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In pictures: Myanmar Police crack down on protesters



NAYPYITAW: The demonstrations against the military coup enter a new phase as civil servants, railway employees, teachers and workers in other sectors begin a nationwide strike. Riot police cracked down protesters in the capital of Naypyitaw by firing warning shots, rubber bullets and water cannons, seriously injuring at least two protesters.

Protesters stage a rally outside the U.S. embassy in Yangon, Feb. 9, 2021, to demand the release of Myanmar civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi and to reject the military coup. Photo: VOA
Protesters stage a rally outside the U.S. embassy in Yangon, Feb. 9, 2021, to demand the release of Myanmar civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi and to reject the military coup. Photo: VOA
Riot police are seen blocking a road in Yangon, Myanmar. Photo: VOA
Protesters clash with riot police in Mandalay, Myanmar. Photo: VOA
Protesters rally against the military coup in Yangon, Myanmar. Photo: VOA
A protester flashes the three-finger salute during a protest against the military coup in Mandalay, Myanmar. Photo: VOA

 

 

 

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