Seven NLD members released after Martyrs’ Day
Jul 21, 2008 (DVB), Seven National League for Democracy members who were arrested prior to Martyrs’ Day have been released now that the day has passed, according to one of[…]
Monks return to Ngway Kyar Yan monastery
Dec 18, 2007 (DVB), Around 90 monks have been allowed to return to Ngway Kyar Yan monastery in South Okkalapa township, Rangoon, according to a source close to the monastery.[…]
Prisoner releases coincide with Pinheiro visit
Nov 15, 2007 (DVB), The Burmese authorities have released almost 200 prisoners from three prisons today, coinciding with the visit of United Nations special rapporteur Paulo Sergio Pinheiro to the[…]
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Key NLD leaders released
Oct 31, 2007 (DVB), National League for Democracy spokesperson and people's parliament representative U Myint Thein was released yesterday, as were 17 other activists from Rangoon and Magwe division. U[…]
High-profile celebrity activists released
Oct 18, 2007 (DVB), High-profile comedian Zaganar and film star Kyaw Thu were released yesterday after being detained for their support of the recent anti-government demonstrations. Comedian and film director[…]
