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Myanmar police clash with protesters
Police used water cannons in Mandalay, Myanmar's second-biggest city, where witnesses said at least two warning shots were fired to try to make the crowd disperse.
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Nearly 500 detained in Myanmar, hackers target military websites
Arrests stepped up as protesters return to the streets in opposition to the coup and as civil servants go on strike on Thursday.
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Biden threatens sanctions after Myanmar military coup
US president urges world to come together to push generals into relinquishing power, but experts say sanctions effect will be limited.
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Security Council fails to agree statement condemning Myanmar coup
People in Myanmar's largest city - Yangon - banged pots to protest against the overthrow of elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
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Myanmar police charge ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi after coup
Police have filed charges against Aung San Suu Kyi for illegally importing communications equipment, saying six walkie-talkie radios — imported illegally and used without permission — had been found in a search of her home. The move...
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Medics in Myanmar on strike against military amid COVID-19 crisis
Front-line healthcare workers from more than 70 medical facilities across the country announced a walkout in response to the putsch.
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‘Serious blow to democracy’: World condemns Myanmar military coup
US threatens action over Myanmar coup as Australia calls for release of detained leaders, including Aung San Suu Kyi.
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Protesters create gridlock in Yangon amid fears of violence
Hundreds of thousands of demonstrators gather in a bid to shatter military’s claims that coup has widespread public support.
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Myanmar coup: Interview with Kyaw Win, the director of Burma Human rights Network in UK
Kyaw Win is the executive director of Burma Human Rights Network. He joins us now from London via Skype for the latest updates and analysis.
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Myanmar coup: China calls for all sides to 'manage differences'
Wang said China - which shares a border with Myanmar - was still "furthering our understanding of the situation."
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Protesters return to Myanmar's streets; estimated 18 people killed
( - image credit) Security forces in Myanmar opened fire and made mass arrests as they sought to break up protests against the military's seizure of power. A UN human rights official said there was "credible information" that 18 people...
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Inside the Rohingya Refugee Crisis | Between Us
In this episode of Between Us, Jamjoom shares his experience reporting on the Rohingya refugee crisis.
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Myanmar cancels Thingyan celebrations amid coronavirus fears
Myanmar government is restricting the movement of people in Yangon and Mandalay during the Myanmarese New Year festival.
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Myanmar: Karen minority demands protection in peace park
Despite a ceasefire agreed upon in 2012, a fight by Myanmar’s Karen ethnic minority for greater autonomy continues.
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Rohingya crisis: Refugees afraid to return home to Myanmar
Afraid to return home, Myanmar's Rohingya refugees are stuck in camps in Bangladesh, three years on from a military crackdown.
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Soaring Over Myanmar: A Drone Journey Above Land and Water
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Myanmar with this stunning drone footage, showcasing the ancient temples of Bagan, the serene waters of Inle Lake, and the vibrant streets of Yangon. Experience the diverse landscapes and rich cultural...
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Crowd gathers outside the Foreign Office to protest Lord Cameron's inaction on Myanmar sanctions
Crowds gather outside the Foreign Office to demand David Cameron hasten his sanctions on the Burmese military. Interview with Julie Khine, Organiser, Stars of Myanmar Friendship.
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Myanmar, Amarapura - U Bein Bridge
U Bein Bridge is a crossing that spans the Taungthaman Lake near Amarapura in Myanmar. The 1.2-kilometre bridge was built around 1850 and is believed to be the oldest and longest teakwood bridge in the world.
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Myanmar, Life along the Irrawaddi river
The Irrawaddy or, officially, Ayeyarwady River is a river that flows from north to south through Myanmar. It is the country's largest river and most important commercial waterway. with a length of 2,210 km.
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BURMA EARTHQUAKE
Recent earthquakes in Upper Burma, sent buildings and ancient Pagodas crashing to the ground. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are...
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COURT CIRCULAR
At Westminster Abbey a royal engagement, attended by Mr Ikramulla, High Commissioner for Pakistan. U Aung Soe, the Burmese Ambassador. The High Commissioner for India, Mrs Pandit. The Queen, who was accompanied by Prince Philip went to...
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RAILWAY OF DEATH
From Moulmein in Burma to Bangkok in Siam, hundreds of thousands of Chinese, Malays, Burmese, Indians and twenty-five thousand Allied prisoners of war built the ""Railway of Death"". Thousands died and their rough graves line the side of...
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FAR EAST NEWS - BURMESE WATER FESTIVAL
In Rangoon the Burmese New Year is ushered in with a Water Festival and everyone gets a real soaking. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the...
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SURRENDERS - MANILA AND RANGOON
Lieutenant-General Kawabe met the Japanese surrender delegates who landed at Manila. Lieutenant-General Sutherland represented General MacArthur in explaining that arrangements were being made for the signing of the unconditional...