Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 06/11/2026

The Irrawaddy — Mekong Tourism Forum Risks Legitimizing Military Rule in Myanmar

DAILY BRIEFING Thursday, June 11, 2026 News Opinion Burmese Donate Andrea Valentin Mekong Tourism Forum Risks Legitimizing Military Rule in Myanmar Promoted under the slogan “Tourism for People, Travel with Purpose,” the Mekong Tourism Forum will be held in Myanmar amid escalating conflict and civilian displacement. Continue Reading Mary Khaing Fighting Flares as Regime Tries to Secure India–Myanmar–Thailand Highway Route Thousands have fled their homes amid a fresh military campaign near the Indian border after Min Aung Hlaing promised Delhi to complete the Trilateral Highway. Continue Reading The Irrawaddy US Diplomat’s Death in Yangon Probed as Homicide; Thai Woman Detained Regime police are investigating the death of a US Embassy staffer as a suspected homicide, with a Thai woman in custody, according to an AP report. Continue Reading Support Press Freedom Independent journalism needs your support. Help us hold power to account. Donate Now Facebook · Twitter · Website © 2026 The Irrawaddy · Chiang Mai, Thailand Unsubscribe · Update preferences · Forward to a friend