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This myanmar army extended state of emergency Until July 31st, has taken control of the country Yes Several government members were arrested on the eve of the anniversary coup Toppled the government of the country’s “de facto” leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
Vice President so far Min Rui assuming the office of president, while serving as the commander-in-chief of the army, Min Aung Hlaingwill control the authorities, as reported by national network MRTV.
At the request of junta chief Min Aung Hlaing, President Min Swe has approved an extension of the state of emergency to prioritize stable state, the security of the people and the consolidation of peace.
To mark his one-year anniversary, Min Aung Hlaing will deliver a public speech at 8:00 a.m. local time on Tuesday.
The Myanmar Association for Political Prisoners Aid (AAPP) has notified later this Monday four new dead, including two minors, in Kayah State.The number of dead rises and exceeds Since the coup, 1,500 people have died. AAPP warned in a statement that “the actual death toll is likely to be much higher.”
“In some states and territories such as Kayah, Chin and Sagaing, the violence continues and we are doing our best to address it,” Min Aung Hlaing told state broadcaster MRTV.
The country is isolatedthe fighting has intensified, especially in the Sagaing region, where many fear that the humanitarian crisis will worsen as the situation worsens during the coronavirus pandemic.
international condemnation
Secretary General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres “Strongly” rejects arrests and assures “these incidents are A heavy blow to Myanmar’s democratic reforms” As posted on his official Twitter account.
For her part, the White House spokesman, Jen Psaki, He assured in a statement that “US opposes any attempt to alter election results Or hinder Myanmar’s democratic transition, and if these measures are not reversed, action will be taken against those responsible. “
“We urge the military and all parties to uphold democratic norms and the rule of law and release those detained today,” Psaki added.