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Aung San Suu Kyi Quote: Action Over Hope
OpinionTimes of India23d ago

Aung San Suu Kyi Quote: Action Over Hope

An article featuring a quote from Aung San Suu Kyi, 'I don’t believe in people just hoping. We work for what we want,' and discussing the importance of active effort over passive hope.

Aung San Suu Kyi Seen in First Photos and Foreign Contact Since 2021 Coup
WorldAPReutersBBC+34bloombergNYTwsjThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraCNNtimes-uk+26 more1mo ago37 sources

Aung San Suu Kyi Seen in First Photos and Foreign Contact Since 2021 Coup

Myanmar's detained leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been seen in photographs and had her first confirmed contact with an outsider in over two years, meeting with a Red Cross representative. These are the first public images of her since the 2021 military coup.

Aung San Suu Kyi's Son Doubts Myanmar's House Arrest Claim
WorldNPR4mo ago

Aung San Suu Kyi's Son Doubts Myanmar's House Arrest Claim

Kim Aris, son of Myanmar's imprisoned ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi, expressed skepticism regarding authorities' claims that his mother has been transferred from prison to house arrest. He spoke to NPR about his doubts concerning the regime's account.

Aung San Suu Kyi Transferred to House Arrest in Myanmar
WorldAPBBCNYT+35The GuardianNPRAl Jazeeranrkyle-uutisetcbcnostagesschau+27 more4mo ago38 sources

Aung San Suu Kyi Transferred to House Arrest in Myanmar

Myanmar's former leader, Aung San Suu Kyi, has been moved from prison to house arrest. Her prison sentence was reportedly commuted, allowing her to serve the remainder of her term under home detention.

Four Candidates Emerge to Succeed UN Secretary-General Guterres
WorldAPruvle-figaro+16n1-serbiaobservadorhotnewscyprus-mailiefimeridarte-newsANSAbalkan-web+8 more4mo ago19 sources

Four Candidates Emerge to Succeed UN Secretary-General Guterres

Four individuals have officially put forward their candidacies to become the next Secretary-General of the United Nations, aiming to succeed Antonio Guterres. The selection process for the global body's top leadership position is now underway.

Statues of Myanmar's Founding Father Aung San Disappear
Worldjapan-times1mo ago

Statues of Myanmar's Founding Father Aung San Disappear

Statues of Myanmar's founding father, Aung San, have disappeared from public spaces, with analysts suggesting it may be an attempt to erase a powerful symbol linked to the detained democracy figurehead Aung San Suu Kyi.

Bloc eyes Myanmar impasse
WorldBangkok Post1mo ago

Bloc eyes Myanmar impasse

Asean foreign ministers renewed pressure on Myanmar to advance the bloc's Five-Point Consensus (5PC), with the detention of political prisoners, including former leader Aung San Suu Kyi, remaining a…

Aung San Suu Kyi's Son Demands Proof of Life from Myanmar Junta
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Aung San Suu Kyi's Son Demands Proof of Life from Myanmar Junta

The son of deposed Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi has publicly urged the country's military government to provide "proof of life" for his mother. This request comes amid ongoing concerns for her well-being and whereabouts.

Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi Moved to House Arrest
PoliticsBBCNYTNPR+13CNNfazDWFrance 24straits-timesndtvBangkok PostDaily Sabah+5 more4mo ago16 sources

Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi Moved to House Arrest

Myanmar's former leader, Aung San Suu Kyi, has been moved from prison to house arrest, a decision announced by the military junta. This transfer follows a partial reduction of her lengthy prison sentence and has prompted international calls for her immediate and full release.

Myanmar Junta Grants Amnesty, Frees Ex-President and Reduces Suu Kyi's Sentence
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Myanmar Junta Grants Amnesty, Frees Ex-President and Reduces Suu Kyi's Sentence

Myanmar's military junta announced a mass amnesty, releasing over 4,000 prisoners, including former President U Win Myint, and reducing the sentence of ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi. The move comes as the country's new 'elected' president takes office.

5 years and 1 election later, why China’s Myanmar dilemma still isn’t over
PoliticsSCMP6mo ago

5 years and 1 election later, why China’s Myanmar dilemma still isn’t over

Early in 2021, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited Myanmar’s capital Naypyidaw and held talks with both General Min Aung Hlaing, the chief of the armed forces, and Aung San Suu Kyi, the de facto leader of the civilian government. The meeting was a chance for China to voice support for Myanmar’s “national conditions” development path and signal China’s long-term pragmatic approach to ties with its southwestern neighbour, irrespective of who was in power. That strategy, however, came under...

Aung San Suu Kyi Meets Red Cross Official, First Confirmed Outside Contact Since Coup
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Aung San Suu Kyi Meets Red Cross Official, First Confirmed Outside Contact Since Coup

Myanmar's detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi had a rare meeting with an International Red Cross official, marking her first confirmed outside contact since the 2021 coup. Her son expressed relief at the independent proof of her well-being, as she appeared healthy during the encounter.

Myanmar Assures ASEAN of Aung San Suu Kyi's Well-being
WorldSCMPchannel-news-asiaBangkok Post1mo ago3 sources

Myanmar Assures ASEAN of Aung San Suu Kyi's Well-being

Myanmar has informed ASEAN that detained leader Aung San Suu Kyi is in good health and will be looked after. This assurance was conveyed by a Myanmar minister to ASEAN counterparts, according to a special envoy.

ASEAN Chair Philippines Urges Myanmar to Free Political Prisoners
Worldstraits-timesDaily MaverickRappler+1arab-news4mo ago4 sources

ASEAN Chair Philippines Urges Myanmar to Free Political Prisoners

The Philippines, holding the ASEAN chairmanship, has called on Myanmar's junta to release more political prisoners, including former leader Aung San Suu Kyi. This appeal aims to de-escalate the ongoing political crisis in the country.