Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 08/05/2026

The Irrawaddy — Why Myanmar Regime Let ICRC See Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Now

DAILY BRIEFING Wednesday, August 5, 2026 News Opinion Burmese Donate Nayt Thit Why Myanmar Regime Let ICRC See Daw Aung San Suu Kyi Now The military regime carefully timed the meeting between the detained democratic leader and an apolitical organization whose rules forbid it from passing on any messages. Continue Reading Aung Zaw Bangkok Must Not Take the Bait as Myanmar’s War Criminal Visits Following his Daw Aung San Suu Kyi photo-op, Min Aung Hlaing’s trip to Bangkok signals a familiar strategy to win legitimacy without reform. Thailand must resist it. Continue Reading Kavi Chongkittavorn The Hidden Workforce Thailand Needs Thailand’s reliance on Myanmar workers is deepening even as millions slip into undocumented status, exposing urgent gaps in labor policy and regional cooperation. 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