Section Archive

Myanmar Junta Chief’s Exclusion From ASEAN Summit a Huge Blow to Regime

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By The Irrawaddy

Daw Moe Thuzar tells The Irrawaddy that the military regime faces being blamed constantly for its actions by regional bloc.

Myanmar President Reveals Details of his Arrest

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By The Irrawaddy

President U Win Myint has been charged over a statement that was issued while he was in detention.

Myanmar Regime Has no Evidence of Corruption Against Suu Kyi

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By The Irrawaddy

One of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s lawyers, U Kyi Win, spoke to The Irrawaddy about the progress of her trial on corruption charges.

Myanmar’s Civilian Finance Minister Calls on Public to Voluntarily Pay Tax

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By The Irrawaddy

NUG minister U Tin Tun Naing tells The Irrawaddy that the civilian government is trying to raise revenue to fund its revolution against the military.

‘Everything Has Been Destroyed’: Myanmar Artists on the Coup’s Impact

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By The Irrawaddy

The Irrawaddy speaks to a popular singer and a well-known actor on how the military takeover affected them and their decisions to resist the regime.

International Pressure Essential in War Against Junta: Myanmar's UN Ambassador 

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By The Irrawaddy

U Kyaw Moe Tun said the junta’s recognition at the UN is unlikely given the UN Charter and the global commitment to democracy and human rights.

‘No Future’ for Myanmar People Unless Spring Revolution Succeeds

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By The Irrawaddy

NUG minister Dr. Sasa talks to The Irrawaddy about the current situation in Chin State and the NUG’s efforts to defeat the junta.

Why Beijing Backs Myanmar Junta While Holding out Olive Branch to NLD

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By The Irrawaddy

Political analyst Dr. Hla Kyaw Zaw discusses China’s policy towards Myanmar.

We Believe Nothing From a Dog’s Mouth: Myanmar Democracy Activist

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By The Irrawaddy

Ko Kaung Min Thant was reported to have died in a junta raid in which five people jumped from a Yangon building. He tells The Irrawaddy why he will fight on.

Myanmar’s COVID-19 Third Wave Yet to Peak

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By The Irrawaddy

Epidemiologist Dr. Tin Tin Htar Myint believes coronavirus infections will start declining in September.

Tabayin Villagers Cannot Count Dead Amid Myanmar Junta Attacks

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By The Irrawaddy

A villager in Sagaing Region tells The Irrawaddy that the community is asking why it became a military target.

Cowardly Myanmar Junta Jails Our Families: Activist

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By The Irrawaddy

Despite the recent release of his five-year-old daughter, Ko Soe Htay's wife and another ailing daughter remain in the regime's detention.

Released Myanmar Journalists Tell of Junta Torture and Human Rights Violations

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By The Irrawaddy

The Irrawaddy spoke to some of the 12 journalists released from prison on June 30 after being detained by the military regime.

Released Myanmar Editor with US Citizenship Fears for Other Detainees

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By The Irrawaddy

Ko Nathan Maung, editor-in-chief of Kamayut Media, appears to have been freed because of his US citizenship. He tells The Irrawaddy about the junta’s torture he endured.

Kayah Rebel Army Backs Civilian Resistance Against Regime

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By The Irrawaddy

Karenni Nationalities Defense Force spokesman Khu Daniel tells The Irrawaddy that the experienced armed group will stand by the people.