Thai Protesters Come Down To Roads Despite COVID-19 Alerts
On the 89th anniversary of the Siamese Revolution, hundreds of people participated in the pro-democracy rallies in Bangkok despite the government warning against COVID-19. With the daily case toll being nearly 3,000, the government has clamped down on public gatherings due to the third wave of COVID-19 infections. The 89th Siamese Revolution is an uprising that made Thailand a constitutional monarchy from… read-more
Tags: Thailand, COVID-19 outbreak, Corona Third Wave, Pro-Democracy
Courtesy: The Times of India
Active Protests Still Take Place In Myanmar Four Months After Coup
Democracy activists gathered on Myanmar streets on June 1 as the army and anti-junta militias indulged in fighting along the border areas. Anti-military protestors and young activists took to streets of Laung Lone and Yangon amid heavy crackdown by forces. Notably, even after four months, the military is still struggling to impose orders after the coup followed by arrests of Aung San Suu Kyi and other senior leaders.
Tags: Myanmar Military, Myanmar Violence, aung san suu kyi, Pro-Democracy
Courtesy: The Times of India
Thailand Imposes Emergency To Curb Student-led Democracy Protests
Cracking down on student-led peaceful protests, Thailand government has declared an emergency, banning large gatherings. Besides, the government arrested major student leaders in the wee hours and also deployed riot-police. It has also put restrictions on media coverage. Reportedly, the major leaders arrested include human rights lawyer Anon Nampa and student activist Parit Chiwarak. The protestors' demands include PM Prayuth’s resignation,… read-more
Tags: Thailand, Pro-Democracy, Protests, Student leaders, Arrests, Bangkok
Courtesy: BBC