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From what I can tell, leader Suu Kyi's party NLD just won the democratic elections with an overwhelming majority of 83%, however the army alleges there was election fraud after the military backed Union Solidarity and Development Party won just 33 out of 476 votes and now they have detained her and declared a state of emergency effective for one year.
In the meantime, the top army commander has now taken charge.
Communications in all major cities are being cut down- phonelines and internet is down in most places and might go out anytime in the remaining regions.
We'll see what unfolds and how international parties respond.
www.bbc.com
www.nytimes.com
edition.cnn.com
In the meantime, the top army commander has now taken charge.
Communications in all major cities are being cut down- phonelines and internet is down in most places and might go out anytime in the remaining regions.
We'll see what unfolds and how international parties respond.
Myanmar coup: Aung San Suu Kyi detained as military seizes control
The army seizes elected leaders and imposes a curfew, alleging fraud in November's election.
Myanmar’s Coup and Its Aftermath, Explained
The military seized power in February 2021. Now, pro-democracy forces are waging what they call a revolutionary war against the junta.
Myanmar's military seizes power in coup after detaining Aung San Suu Kyi
Myanmar's powerful military has taken control of the country in a coup and declared a state of emergency, following the detention of Aung San Suu Kyi and other senior government leaders in early morning raids Monday.