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Sixteen protesters killed in Myanmar on 'day of shame for armed forces'

Sixteen protesters killed in Myanmar on 'day of shame for armed forces'

14 Sept 01:50 Key points summarised by AI
  • Myanmar's security forces killed at least 16 protesters on Armed Forces Day, pushing the total death toll since the Feb. 1 military coup to over 328.
  • Protesters defied explicit warnings of being shot, demonstrating against the military junta across various cities including Yangon and Mandalay.
  • Junta leader Senior General Min Aung Hlaing reiterated a promise for future elections and protecting the people, while condemning protester 'violent acts' during the military parade.
  • Russia's deputy defence minister attended the Armed Forces Day parade, signaling support for the junta amidst new sanctions imposed by the U.S., UK, and EU.
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