I just wanted to highlight the current protests in Rangoon over the continued leadership of the military junta there, regardless of the outcome of previous democratic elections. I don’t understand the ins and outs of the situation, but do understand that the ruling government are threatening violence, of which they have proved themselves highly capable in the past. As this peaceful protest was begun by the Buddhist monks of the country who have since been joined by members of the populace this seems like an over reaction in the extreme.

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Violence erupted today (26/09) after the army used tear gas to disperse the protesters. At least 200 monks have been arrested, 1 protester killed and 17 others injured. According to eye witness reports monks and nuns staging a peaceful protest were beaten up by riot police, and then the tear gas released. International condemnation has been quick, with other world leaders calling for discussion of this issue by the UN security council. May the resolution be quick and freedoms we take for granted be given to the people of Burma promptly.

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