Lily Naing Kyaw championed the military – her death has spread fear among its supporters.
In a first, Rohingya testify in person against Myanmar leaders about alleged genocide
In a hearing that opened Tuesday in Argentina, Rohingya Muslims appeared in person in a court of law for the first time to provide eyewitness testimony about alleged crimes of genocide and crimes …
There’s No ‘Political Solution’ to Myanmar’s Crisis
International efforts to end the country’s conflict should be focused on helping the pro-democracy resistance win.
How the Myanmar Crisis Threatens to Destabilize India’s Manipur State
Allegations of illegal immigration from Myanmar, involving members of the Kuki-Chin ethnic group, contributed to the recent ethnic violence that claimed more than 80 lives.
Over 80 Myanmar Junta Forces, 4 Resistance Fighters Killed in Three Days of Clashes
The Irrawaddy’s latest roundup includes incidents in Tanintharyi, Bago, Mandalay, Magwe and Sagaing regions and northern Shan State.
Thailand cuts power to Chinese-developed casinos at Myanmar border linked to cyberscams, drugs, human trafficking
The towns of Shwe Kokko and Lay Kay Kaw in Myanmar host gambling and entertainment complexes developed by Chinese investors that are accused of being centres for drug and human trafficking.
Legal officials say Myanmar’s Supreme Court agrees to hear appeal of Suu Kyi’s bribery conviction
BANGKOK (AP) — Myanmar’s Supreme Court has agreed to hear a special appeal of ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi’s bribery conviction for allegedly receiving gold and thousands of dollars from a former political ally, legal officials said Tuesday.
India Apprehends American, Canadian Nationals Crossing Border Into Myanmar
While it was difficult to ascertain if foreign nationals were inside anti-junta training camps, The Diplomat identified three people from India, Thailand, and the U.S. outside camps at different locations.
Thai power supply cut to Myanmar casino towns amid allegations of organized crime operations
Thai officials revealed that a state enterprise responsible for exporting electricity to Myanmar has disconnected power supply to two border towns known for their casino complexes.
Bangladesh Promises No Forced Return Of Rohingya Refugees: UN
Bangladesh has promised that no Rohingya refugee will be returned to Myanmar against their will in a controversial proposed repatriation process, a top United Nations official has said.