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May 28, 2021 • 11 min read
Myanmar coup

Cracks are showing in the Myanmar military, but is it enough?

As soldiers defect, and rumours swirl of disgruntlement among generals past and present over the economic and political fallout of the coup, chinks seem to be appearing in the Myanmar military’s armour. But is it enough to topple this seemingly immovable institution?
By Allegra Mendelson and Kyaw Hsan Hlaing • May 28, 2021

Apr 25, 2021 • 3 min read
Myanmar coup

Myanmar shadow govt welcomes ASEAN call to end violence

Representatives from the National Unity Government, Myanmar's parallel government of ousted lawmakers, has welcomed a call by ASEAN leaders for an end to "military violence" after their crisis talks in Jakarta with junta leader Min Aung Hlaing
By Agence France-Presse • Apr 25, 2021

Mar 23, 2021 • 5 min read
Myanmar coup

Myanmar military brass hit with new US, EU sanctions over coup

The EU and US added new sanctions on top police and military commanders within Myanmar's armed forces on March 22 for their role in the February 1 coup. Meanwhile, pro-democracy demonstrators went back to the streets in defiance of a violent crackdown on protest.
By Agence France-Presse • Mar 23, 2021

Mar 12, 2021 • 12 min read
Myanmar coup

Vying for legitimacy as Myanmar’s recognised government, who are the CRPH?

Seeking recognition as Myanmar's legitimate government, the CRPH is calling for international involvement in pushing back against the military, while at home, in the absence of senior elected NLD officials, they have assumed the role of interim government
By Allegra Mendelson • Mar 12, 2021

Feb 09, 2021 • 4 min read
Myanmar coup

Myanmar anti-coup protesters defy junta warnings

Anti-coup protesters defied warnings from Myanmar's generals and rallied Tuesday for a fourth straight day, after the military imposed a ban on gatherings at flashpoint sites.
By Agence France-Presse • Feb 09, 2021