Myanmar Military Stages Coup, Detains Suu Kyi, Takes Control For 1 Year

Myanmar’s military on February 1 staged a coup against the government, declaring an emergency. It has also detained Aung San Suu Kyi, President Win Myint and other leaders while taking control of the country for one year. Reportedly, the elected government came under scanner after it was alleged of rigging the November elections which they had won with sweeping majority. Meanwhile, the US and Australia have asked the military to release the detained leaders.