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Myanmar Releases 5,000 Prisoners Amid Ongoing Oppression

4/18/2025

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In a gesture marking the traditional new year, Myanmar's military government has freed nearly 5,000 prisoners, including 13 foreigners. However, the shadow of oppression looms large, with approximately 22,197 political detainees, including the prominent Aung San Suu Kyi, still behind bars. Families eagerly awaited the return of loved ones at Yangon’s Insein Prison, highlighting the ongoing struggle for freedom.

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In a gesture marking the traditional new year, Myanmar's military government has freed nearly 5,000 prisoners, including 13 foreigners. However, the shadow of oppression looms large, with approximately 22,197 political detainees, including the prominent Aung San Suu Kyi, still behind bars. Families eagerly awaited the return of loved ones at Yangon’s Insein Prison, highlighting the ongoing struggle for freedom.