Human rights defenders are under siege in Myanmar. The violent abduction of Man Zar Myay Mon (pictured below) on June 8 in Sagaing is the most recent example. The junta must assure the safety of this community leader and that of every other person unlawfully detained in Myanmar.

Here is a translation of my message about the Myanmar junta's assault and abduction of Man Zar Myay Mon and other human rights defenders who are under siege for standing up for the rights of the people of Myanmar.

Junta troops destroyed more than 50 motorbikes and a coffee factory in Baung Hte village in Mindat Township with heavy artillery and explosives. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar

Photo News Shells of ammunition that were used by the junta troops in attacking Baungte village in Mindat township. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar

A protest march as seen in Hpakant’s LoneKhin tract this morning. #UnfetteredAccessForAids #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar #June15Coup #MilkTeaAlliance

People in Kachin State’s Hpakant took to the streets on their motorbikes to protest against the military regime on Tuesday.  (Photo:CJ) #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar

A protest rally was held by a group of anti-regime youths in Namhkan today to defy military rules. #UnfetteredAccessForAids #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar #June15Coup #MilkTeaAlliance

Images from Yangon's Kyimyindaing Township this morning (Jun 15) when five protesters were arrested after armed forces of Myanmar's coup regime rammed into the people to break up the rally. Photos: CJ #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar

Local residents from Lower Kyaukwut village Launglon Township marched in the streets this evening to protest military dictatorship. #UnfetteredAccessForAids #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar #June15Coup #MilkTeaAlliance

Breaking News! SAC terrorist forces violently set fire to civilians’ properties in Kimma village, south of Pauk Township. The fires are seen still burning around 9 PM tonight. #UnfetteredAccessForAids #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar #June15Coup #MilkTeaAlliance

Ma Ei Ton, an activist charged under Section 505 (a) in Taungtha Township, Myingyan district, was abducted today (June 15) according to sources. #UnfetteredAccessForAids #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar #June15Coup #MilkTeaAlliance

In Mindat Township, people fleeing the clashes are suffering from diarrhea, malaria and influenza, and their lives are at risk. Medicines, medical treatment, shelters and doctors are in urgent need. #UnfetteredAccessForAids #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar #June15Coup #MilkTeaAlliance

It is reported that the military council troops one-sidedly opened fire at Tamakhan village in Hpakant Township on June 15 around 9 pm. A local resident said gunshots were heard from the hill where the military council troops are stationed. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar #June15Coup

Here is a translation of my message about the arrest & torture of Hlan Phyo Aung. The world must know about the living hell that has become daily life for so many in Myanmar. Inaction must no longer be an option.

Breaking News: Fire broke out in Nan Oo Lwin Village, Patheingyi Township, Mandalay Region around 1 PM tonight, according to the initial reports, #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar

11 people tested positive for Covid-19 in Falam yesterday, bringing the total case to 87. Three people have died from Covid in Falam. Currently, there are more than 480 active cases in Chin State. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar

Tw // fire There was fire broke out in #NanULwin village, #Patheingyi tsp #Mandalay Region around 1:00AM June 16. The cause was unknown. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar #June16Coup #UnfetteredAccessForAids

KANI, Sagaing Region: SAC Terrorists fired on the refugees hiding in the jungle near Ohmma Nyaung Hla village. The refugees had to flee again. SAC Terrorists burned the motorcycles, other properties and shelters. #July8Coup #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar #MilkTeaAlliance

DEPAYIN, Sagaing Region: The refugees need URGENT MEDICAL SUPPLIES. #July10Coup #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar #MilkTeaAlliance

Protest against military dictatorship in YANGON today. #July11Coup #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar #MilkTeaAlliance