Anti-coup protesters in Myanmar on Monday prepared for demonstrations following what was the bloodiest day till date amid crackdown by the military. On Sunday, at least 18 people were killed in clashes between security forces and protesters.

Myanmar protesters prepare for confrontation after bloodiest day so far

Myanmar security forces continued their crackdown and violently dispersed ant-coup protesters on Sunday. Three protesters were killed as per local media. Police and soldiers had already fired rubber bullets, tear gas and water cannon on demonstrations in recent weeks in an effort to bring the civil disobedience campaign to heel, with live rounds used in some isolated cases.

Myanmar forces continue crackdown, 3 protesters reportedly killed

Myanmar police fired on protesters around the country on Sunday in the bloodiest day of weeks of demonstrations against a military coup and at least 18 people were killed, the U.N. human rights office said.

At least 18 killed in Myanmar on bloodiest day of protests against coup

Myanmar's military, which has taken control of the administration, has fired its United Nations ambassador on Saturday after he delivered a strong and emotional speech to oust the democratically-elected government and leader Aung San Suu Kyi.

Myanmar military coup: UN envoy who delivered impassioned speech fired

Myanmar police fired canisters at protesters in the southeastern city of Dawei who blocked a road on Saturday (February 27) in protest against military rule, enveloping the area in smoke.

Protesters and police face off in Myanmar's Dawei city

Myanmar police fired rubber bullets in order to disperse protesters in capital Yangon on Saturday, reported AFP. This has come just hours after Myanmar's ambassador to the United Nations made an emotional plea to the international community for action against the military junta.

Hours after Myanmar envoy's UN speech, police fire rubber bullets at protesters

Facebook on Thursday announced that it was banning Myanmar military junta from its Facebook and Instagram platforms. The decision has come as there is no let-up in anti-coup protests and military's brutal crackdown against the protesters.

Facebook bans Myanmar military junta from its platforms

In light of the military coup in Myanmar, Japan is finalising plans to halt new development aid to the country reported Asahi Shimbun daily. This has come amid international pressure on Myanmar military junta to restore democracy in the country.

Japan finalising plans to halt fresh aid to Myanmar, says report

Myanmar military junta's foreign minister on Wednesday visited Thailand as efforts were on by the regional countries to broker end to three weeks of deadly unrest that has been triggered by military coup.

Myanmar military junta's foreign minister in talks with Indonesia, Thailand

Myanmar Military Junta could take actions against media portals for using the word coup. The military has threatened to withdraw the licenses of such media organisations.

Your Story: Myanmar Military Junta threatens to take actions against media portals

Anti-coup protesters on Monday defied military junta's warning to take to streets. Businesses around the country observed a general strike. There were protests in cities and towns across the country on Monday, from the northern hills on the border with China to the central plains, the Irrawaddy river delta and the southern panhandle.

Myanmar: Protesters defy military's lethal warning to take to streets again

Massive street demonstrations have taken place across the country, while a civil disobedience campaign has choked many government operations as well as businesses.

Myanmar junta sends out stern warning to public

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Sunday condemned the recent events in Myanmar that saw security forces opening fire at protesters and killing two people.

UN condemns use of 'lethal force' in Myanmar

At least two protesters were injured in a fresh shooting in Myanmar. The shooting comes as thousands of demonstrators gathered on the streets of Yangon on Saturday to mourn the death of the protester who lost her life yesterday and continued their demand from the military to end the coup.

Myanmar: Two injured in fresh shooting as thousands mourn death of 20-year-old protester

LGBTQ activists in Myanmar have joined the growing protest movement against the coup that ousted Aung San Suu Kyi and her democratically elected government.

Myanmar Protest: LGBTQ community calls for unity & peace

It's been 17 days since the military seized power in Myanmar. Protests against the coup are escalating. From Buddhist monks to civil servants to taxi drivers, people from all walks of life want the world to stand up for Myanmar. WION's Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: 17 days of military rule in Myanmar

Chaotic situation post-military coup in Myanmar did not show any signs of normalcy on Thursday. Myanmar's military junta issued arrest warrants against six celebrities while anti-coup hackers targetted government websites.

Myanmar protests: Military issues warrants against celebrities; hackers target government websites

Demonstrators hold posters of detained Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi during the ongoing protest against the military coup.

Myanmar: Protests show no signs of letting up

In Myanmar, protests show no signs of letting up despite internet shutdowns. Myanmar's people are protesting against the February 1 military coup and demand that the Aung San Suu Kyi and members of her ousted government be freed from detention.

Myanmar: Suu Kyi brought to court without any warning

The citizens of Myanmar continue to write to WION. They seem determined to challenge the Military rule. Our Executive Editor WION's Palki Sharma reads some responses.

Gravitas: WION reads responses from Myanmar

On Sunday, armoured vehicles and trucks filled with soldiers were on the streets of Myanmar to 'crush the protests'. There was an internet shutdown- as the security forces cracked down on the citizens during the night. WION's Palki Sharma tells you what happened.

Gravitas: Myanmar's military is now on the streets

Situation in Myanmar appeared to be worsening as military junta deployed armoured vehicles in major cities including Yangon on Monday. The military imposed hours-long internet blackout and extra troop movement was seen at key locations in Yangon.

Myanmar protests: Armoured vehicles deployed in Yangon, protests erupt after internet blackout

Myanmar's new military rulers have stepped up measure like arresting the politicians and activists after rolling back laws, protecting freedom as well as the privacy.

Myanmar: Army orders arrest of coup opponents

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