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Burmese junta raids news journal office

Burmese authorities have raided the office of the True News Weekly Journal (Thitsa) after an increase in sales amongst the supporters of Aung San Suu Kyi waiting outside Insein prison on 25 May, the first day Suu Kyi was present at the trial. Read more here

Suu Kyi: prosecution closes case

22 May 09 | Index Index, minipost

The prosecution in the case against Burma’s Aung San Suu Kyi has closed its case days earlier than expected.
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U-turn decision over open Burma trial

21 May 09 | Index Index, minipost

In a turn-around decision by Burmese authorities, officials have barred international observers including journalists and diplomants from the trial of Aung San Suu Kyi, a day after allowing them to attend. Read more here

Reporters ‘can cover Burma trial’

20 May 09 | Index Index, minipost

Officials in Burma have unexpectedly announced that a group of journalists – five local and five foreign – will be able to cover the trial of opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi. Read more here. Meanwhile Reporters Without Borders has reported clampdowns on internet usage in the country. Read more here

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