In one area of Yangon, security forces stormed a rally on Friday, removing hundreds of protesters by truck
Yangon … News Time
The rebel army that overthrew the government in Myanmar has revoked the licenses of its opposition media outlets. According to media reports, the army announced the revocation of the licenses of five media outlets on state television, but four continued to broadcast. The army detained journalists covering the protests and threatened the opposition with dire consequences. Among those banned is the Myanmar Mizzima news service. Following the government’s announcement, police broke down the doors of an agency’s office and took away computers, printers and other materials.
Clashes continue in Yangon and other cities. On Tuesday, security forces stormed a rally in Yangon, removing hundreds of protesters by truck. Myanmar’s military has a large secret trade network running across the country, which military officials have used to silence opponents and impede accountability. The United Nations says Myanmar’s military has managed to distance itself from surveillance and accountability through its business resources and interests. The main entertainment venues in Yangon are owned by the military, while its subsidiaries operate in every corner of the country. Aung Pyae Sone, the son of General Min Aung Hlaing, who led the military coup, owns several companies.
