Struggle to Survive: Life Under Military Rule in Myanmar’s Biggest …
WEB5 days ago · Cabbage, water spinach and eggs were once common on the dining tables of low-income households. But under Min Aung Hlaing’s rule, even middle-class families sigh heavily at their prices. Shopping may be an enjoyable pastime elsewhere, but not for Myanmar people. The scramble for household provisions is a daily torment for most …
Bloodied Trump survives assassination attempt
WEB6 days ago · 545. VIEWS. United States— Donald Trump was hit in the ear in an assassination attempt by a gunman at a campaign rally Saturday, in a chaotic and shocking incident set to supercharge political tensions ahead of the polarising US presidential election. The 78-year-old former president was rushed off stage with blood streaked …
Thailand Launches Probe Into Banks Linked to Atrocities in Myanmar
WEB5 days ago · Andrews said in the report that the weapons supplied to Myanmar from companies registered in Thailand included missiles and spare parts for Mi-17 and Mi-35 attack helicopters. The report said five Thai banks facilitated the weapons and weapons-related purchases: Siam Commercial Bank, Bangkok Bank, Kasikornbank, Krungthai …
The Chinese Way of ‘Peacemaking’ and ‘Democracy-Building’ in …
WEB5 days ago · The week of Thein Sein’s visit saw a renewal of fighting between ethnic armies and junta forces in northern Shan State after a Chinese-brokered truce collapsed, while in Rakhine State, where China has built a deep seaport and a terminal for its oil-and-gas pipeline project, the Arakan Army continues to gain territory and push the Myanmar …
Defeated Myanmar Junta Troops Hiding Among Civilians: TNLA
WEB5 days ago · She said: “Junta soldiers who fled their bases are hiding in houses and impersonating civilians. We are searching for them everywhere.” TNLA troops are reportedly attacking junta soldiers deployed near a pagoda in Mogoke Township and attacking the 21 st Military Operations Command and Infantry Battalion 223 near …
MNDAA Announces Four-Day Halt in Fighting in Myanmar’s N. Shan
WEB5 days ago · The Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) on Sunday announced a four-day halt in its operations against the military regime in northern Shan State, beginning Sunday and effective through 12 a.m. on Thursday, while the Communist Party of China holds a meeting. “In order to respond positively to China’s concerns, at …
Myanmar Junta Minister Visits Russia For Help to Complete Stalled …
WEB5 days ago · The regime resumed the project with help from Russia following its 2021 coup, but it has been struggling to complete the steel mill since then. Last month, Russian Ambassador to Myanmar Iskander Azizov visited the steel mill and reaffirmed that Russia will help operate it. Min Aung Hlaing has pushed Charlie Than to finish the project as …
Myanmar Junta Minister Praises Thai Cooperation Over …
WEB5 days ago · A A. Than Swe (left) and Thai foreign minister Maris Sangiampongsa in New Delhi on July 11, 2024. / MOI. 631. VIEWS. Myanmar junta’s foreign minister Than Swe praised Thai cooperation over transnational crime when he was welcomed to a regional diplomatic gathering in India. He thanked Thai foreign minister Maris Sangiampongsa for …
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