August 7, 2023 11:46 AM

Myanmar’s military authorities releases more 7,000 prisoners

Myanmar’s military authorities released more than 7,000 prisoners and granted a partial pardon to deposed leaders Aung San Suu Kyi and Win Myint during a Buddhist religious celebration, commemorating the first sermon the Buddha ever delivered. Critics say this move was intended to ease international pressure and weaken the opposition. The partial pardon granted to Aung San Suu Kyi and Win Myint will not lead to their release, since the former has been convicted in 14 other cases, while the lat...