The permanent representative of Myanmar to the UN against the coup leaders: "May the world help us"
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February 27, 2021 The military in power in Myanmar fired UN ambassador, Kyaw Moe Tun, after a speech before the UN General Assembly, during which he urged the international community to use "every means necessary to act "against the military and help" restore democracy ".
Burmese state television announced his removal, accusing him of having '' betrayed the country and spoke on behalf of an unrecognized organization that does not represent him (the dismissed government, ed) '', as well as having '' abused the power and responsibilities '' of a senior diplomat.
In addition, security forces have stepped up the crackdown on anti-coup protesters during protests held today in several cities across the country.
Local media reported dozens of arrests, including journalists, and a woman shot dead in Monwya, near Mandalay.
While in Yangon, police clashed with demonstrators using fire hydrants and tear gas.
According to the Association for Assistance to Political Prisoners, more than 770 people have been arrested and sentenced since the coup d'etat began on February 1.