Daily protests, once loud and colorful, have been replaced by an eerie quiet. To mark the anniversary of the military takeover, protest leaders have called for a “silent strike.”
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Myanmar’s Army Is Accused of Massacring Dozens of Civilians
At least 35 people were killed and their bodies burned, according to an international aid group and opponents of the military regime.
Aung San Suu Kyi Falls, but Myanmar’s Democratic Hopes Move On
The ousted civilian leader faces years in custody after being sentenced on the first of several charges. In her absence, a new generation of younger, more progressive politicians is emerging.