Myanmar: The Spring Revolution
Our World · Season 2021 · Episode 14
The Myanmar military has killed more than 700 people since they seized power in a coup three months ago. Mass protests demanding a return to democracy and the release of elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi have been met with brutal force. Borders are closed, and the internet is effectively blocked. This is a story the military does not want the world to see. But some people are bravely resisting and are willing to tell their stories. Our World follows a brother and sister now fighting for their future. As their options narrow, can they - and others like them - win the fight?
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Season
2021
Episode
14
Air Date
07/May/2021
Air Time
18:30
Runtime
30 min
Overview
Episode summary.
The Myanmar military has killed more than 700 people since they seized power in a coup three months ago. Mass protests demanding a return to democracy and the release of elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi have been met with brutal force. Borders are closed, and the internet is effectively blocked. This is a story the military does not want the world to see. But some people are bravely resisting and are willing to tell their stories. Our World follows a brother and sister now fighting for their future. As their options narrow, can they - and others like them - win the fight?
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