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Myanmar grants amnesty for 5,864 prisoners including 180 foreigners to commemorate Independence Day.

Myanmar's military released over 5,800 prisoners, including foreigners, as part of an annual amnesty marking independence day.

Myanmar's military government releases thousands of prisoners under an amnesty, while Aung San Suu Kyi remains in detention amid ongoing political turmoil.

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible quality journalism amidst critical global issues and explores the complex narrative of Aung San Suu Kyi's leadership.

Aung San Suu Kyi's son pleads for her release amid health concerns as she faces serious human rights violations in Myanmar's prison system.

The Independent emphasizes the need for on-the-ground journalism to report crucial issues like democracy, reproductive rights, and climate change.

The Independent remains committed to quality journalism, covering critical issues without paywalls to ensure public access to information.

The Independent emphasizes the need for quality journalism and supports calls for Aung San Suu Kyi's release amidst Myanmar's political crisis.

China conducts military drills near Myanmar's border to reinforce security and encourage peace in a country facing civil war.

Beijing's support for Myanmar's junta is coupled with a call for peace talks with rebel forces.

NUG aims to significantly impact Myanmar's political landscape in 2025 through a strengthened armed revolution against military rulers.

Myanmar's opium production is booming due to ongoing civil conflict, with dire effects on its population.

The country has become a hotspot for various forms of transnational crime since the military coup.

Myanmar's volunteer fighting forces, trained by ethnic armed groups, are challenging the military's control amidst ongoing conflict in the country.

Myanmar is becoming a hub for global cybercrime amid civil war and struggles for democracy.

The situation for Myanmar artists is deteriorating due to civil war, economic collapse, and government censorship, forcing many to flee the country.

The ICC has applied for an arrest warrant for Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing due to involvement in crimes against the Rohingya.

The ICC is seeking an arrest warrant for Min Aung Hlaing for his role in the Rohingya crisis, citing crimes against humanity.

The ICC is pursuing an arrest warrant against Myanmar's military leader for crimes against humanity related to the Rohingya crisis.

International Criminal Court seeks arrest warrant for Myanmar's army leader for crimes against humanity involving Rohingya persecution and deportation.

The ICC is advancing justice for the Rohingya by pursuing an arrest warrant against Myanmar's military ruler over alleged crimes against humanity.

The Rohingya continue to suffer violence and persecution, regardless of which faction is in power in Myanmar.

Derek Mitchell emphasizes a realistic approach to Myanmar's complex situation, cautioning against both optimism and pessimism in foreign policy.

Thavisin believes in a more democratic future for Thailand

Thavisin prioritizes improving the lives of Thai people

Myanmar's military has killed 5,350 civilians since February 2021, intensifying violence against dissenters and leading to widespread arrests.

Myanmar's military coup has decimated the economy, forcing educated women like May to turn to sex work for survival.

Myanmar's junta suffers a significant blow with the capture of a military headquarters by the Arakan Army, indicating growing resistance against military rule.

Myanmar's military is responsible for thousands of civilian deaths, with ongoing violence exacerbating human rights violations and a severe humanitarian crisis.

The killing of two freelance journalists in Myanmar underscores the severe threats faced by the free press under the military junta.

Myanmar military designates MNDAA, TNLA, and Arakan Army as terrorist groups, expanding restrictions and escalating conflict within the region.

Malaysia's ASEAN chairmanship in 2025 is vital for regional stability amid geopolitical tensions and internal conflicts.

Regional meetings in Thailand aimed to address the political and security crisis in Myanmar, but skepticism remains about their effectiveness.

Myanmar's military chief visits China to strengthen ties amidst escalating conflict and military challenges.

China aims to protect its investments in Myanmar by potentially deploying security personnel, risking an escalation in the ongoing civil war.

Min Aung Hlaing's visit to China indicates a push for stronger diplomatic and economic ties amid ongoing instability in Myanmar.

China's military escalates border patrols as conflict in Myanmar intensifies, resulting in injuries and damage to Chinese territory.

Myanmar's military has reached a ceasefire agreement with ethnic minority guerrilla groups after talks mediated by China.

China hopes that both parties in Myanmar will implement the agreement and solve issues through dialogue and consultations.

Myanmar's revolutionary groups face challenges from ongoing Chinese support for the military junta.

US approval empowers Ukraine to launch deeper strikes into Russian territory.

Indian cities are pioneering effective strategies for citizen protection against heat waves.

Myanmar has the highest number of landmine casualties, surpassing Syria, due to increasing violence post-2021 military coup.

The global casualties from landmines surged in 2023, reaching over 5,700, with civilians making up 84% of the victims.

Myanmar's military regime executed two anti-coup activists and plans to execute five more, raising serious concerns about due process and human rights violations.

Myanmar is experiencing unprecedented human suffering and criminal activity due to escalating conflict and lawlessness.

Myanmar's military is forcibly conscripting men amid a severe manpower crisis, causing widespread fear and prompting many to flee the country.

2024 marks the deadliest year for journalists in Myanmar since the military coup, with a concerted campaign of violence against the media.

Min Aung Hlaing's visit to China signals strong backing from Beijing for Myanmar's military junta amid international isolation.

Muslims are participating in Myanmar's fight for democracy, forming alliances with diverse ethnic groups against military rule.

Ethnic armies and pro-democracy fighters have seized over 400 Burmese army bases and 30 towns, threatening the ruling junta.

FRANCE 24 reporter secretly entered Myanmar and filmed the fighting between rebels and the junta, as well as following a rebel commander.

The military junta in Myanmar has proposed political engagement with opposition forces for the first time since the coup.

Myanmar's junta seeks foreign aid following Typhoon Yagi's devastating floods, marking a notable change in its humanitarian policy.

Flooding in Myanmar from Typhoon Yagi has resulted in 226 deaths and affected 631,000 people, obstructing vital aid delivery.

Typhoon Yagi caused devastating flooding in Myanmar, resulting in at least 74 deaths and 89 missing, with rescue efforts hampered by ongoing civil conflict.

Flooding in Myanmar and neighboring countries has resulted in displacement, significant destruction, and a rising death toll due to Typhoon Yagi.

Typhoon Yagi has caused severe flooding and humanitarian crises in Myanmar, worsening the impact of the ongoing political conflict.

Typhoon Yagi has resulted in significant loss of life and exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in Myanmar.