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Myanmar's Suu Kyi hopes victory is dawn of new era

Aung San Suu Kyi

Aung San Suu Kyi claimed victory Monday in Myanmar's historic by-election, saying she hoped it would mark the beginning of a new era for the long-repressed country....

 

Burma's Suu Kyi appeal rejected

Burma's Suu Kyi appeal rejected

A Burmese court rejects the latest appeal by pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi against an extended detention.

 

Myanmar frees major opposition leader

Myanmar frees major opposition leader

Myanmar's ruling junta released the deputy leader of the country's pro-democracy party from nearly seven years in detention, but offered no indication that he or still-detained party leader Aung San Suu Kyi would be allowed to take part in this year's elections.

 

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