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Morning news brief: Myanmar coup updates, latest on Trump, and more

Morning news brief: Myanmar coup updates, latest on Trump, and more

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A third consecutive night of internet blackout was seen in Myanmar as protests continued against the military coup in the country. Meanwhile, Donald Trump, who has recently been acquitted from impeachment, slammed Republican Mitch McConnell calling him a "dour, sullen, and unsmiling political hack".

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Myanmar military blocks internet for third consecutive night amid protests

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Myanmar experienced another night of internet blackout as the net continued to be shut for the third consecutive day on Wednesday as protests continued against the military junta's coup.

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