Jailed Myanmar leader Suu Kyi moved to house arrest

Myanmar’s junta has moved pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from prison to house arrest, citing heatwave concerns for vulnerable detainees. Suu Kyi, serving a 27-year sentence, has largely been hidden from view since the military’s 2021 coup. The move comes as the junta announced the release of over 3,300 prisoners as part of a New Year amnesty. Despite the apparent concession, the military continues to face widespread resistance, with over 4,800 civilians killed in the ongoing conflict since the coup. (photo/afp)