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Myanmar Ambassador to UN denounces military coup, as envoy warns democratic processes have been ‘pushed aside’

4 years ago

As the democratically elected leader of Myanmar, State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi is still in detention following the military takeover that triggered country-wide protests, violence and arrests, the UN envoy for the country observed on Friday, declaring that “democratic processes have been pushed aside”.

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Deep fears of violent crackdown in Myanmar, UN rights chief warns

4 years ago

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has voiced “deep fears” of a violent crackdown on dissenting voices in Myanmar, where the military assumed all powers and declared a state of emergency after overthrowing the civilian government and arresting top political leaders, on Monday.