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Myanmar Military Airstrike Kills 14 at Buddhist Monastery
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Myanmar Military Airstrike Kills 14 at Buddhist Monastery

A Myanmar military airstrike on a Buddhist monastery has killed 14 people, including three women, according to rebel witnesses and opposition groups. The attack also injured 20 others who were attending a retreat at the monastery.

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

Aung San Suu Kyi Transferred to House Arrest in Myanmar
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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.

Myanmar Junta Leader Assumes Presidency After Elections
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Myanmar Junta Leader Assumes Presidency After Elections

After five years of authoritarian rule, Myanmar's junta organized legislative elections in December and January, which were presented as a return to democracy and a chance for reconciliation, with the junta leader now installed as president.

Myanmar Junta Chief Nominated for Presidential Vote Amid Transition
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Myanmar Junta Chief Nominated for Presidential Vote Amid Transition

Myanmar's junta chief has been nominated for the presidential vote, a move that follows a controversial election held amidst ongoing conflict and signals an impending political transition.

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Myanmar junta air strike kills at least 17

Myanmar has been consumed by civil war since the military staged a coup five years ago, provoking armed resistance from democracy activists and ethnic minority factions that have long held sway in the nation’s fringes

Philippines Grapples With Agricultural Damage, El Niño Preparations
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Philippines Grapples With Agricultural Damage, El Niño Preparations

Various regions across the Philippines are implementing relief measures for agricultural damage, bracing for high heat indices, and preparing for the anticipated effects of El Niño. Farmers in areas like Pagadian City and Bukidnon are making preparations for the impending dry spell.

Montenegro Denies Considering US Military Base Access
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Montenegro Denies Considering US Military Base Access

Montenegro's Ministry of Defense has stated it is not considering the possibility of ceding military bases to the United States. This statement comes amid broader discussions on international military cooperation and regional security.

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.

Myanmar Junta Chief Elected Vice-President
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Myanmar Junta Chief Elected Vice-President

The chief of Myanmar's military junta has been elected as the country's vice-president.