Lawyers said that the arrest of almost 50 Mandalay advocates since the coup proves that the regime is now targeting any lawyer representing anti-coup figures.
Daw Ywat Nu Aung’s disappearance in Mandalay comes as the city is experiencing a series of extra-judicial killings of NLD members by a pro-junta militia.
Ten Myanmar Women Who Inspired Us in 2020
Ten Myanmar Women Who Inspired Us in 2020 / The Irrawaddy
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By San Yamin Aung 30 December 2020
They fought on the front lines of the battle against the coronavirus, contributed to improving society, helped others through inspirational works and made a difference through their passion, dedication and courage; The Irrawaddy recognizes 10 women whose efforts stood out in this difficult year.
Anesthesiologist Dr. Myint Myint Sein is seen at Pyay General Hospital. / Facebook
Dr. Myint Myint Sein & women health-care workers: Warriors in the fight against COVID-19
Attending to a coronavirus patient earlier this year, knowing that she herself would likely be infected, 58-year-old anesthesiologist Dr. Myint Myint Sein removed her eye shield without hesitation in order to intubate the patient who was in critical condition and in need of breathing support, as there was no video laryngoscope and the doctor’s protective gear was adding to t