Myanmar junta reduces Suu Kyi's sentence, transfers her to house arrest
Interfax
Myanmar's former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been transferred from prison to house arrest after the military government reduced her sentence as part of a large amnesty. The 80-year-old Nobel Peace Prize laureate has been detained since the February 2021 coup and faced multiple politically charged charges.
Myanmar's former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from prison to house arrest after the military government decided to reduce her sentence. The move is part of a large amnesty announced on the occasion of a national day.
According to Myanmar officials, Suu Kyi's sentence was significantly reduced. The change in detention status was implemented immediately, moving her from a centralized detention facility to a private residence. This is one of the most notable changes in the amnesty.
Aung San Suu Kyi, 80, was Myanmar's civilian leader and a Nobel Peace Prize laureate. She was detained by the military after the February 2021 coup and has faced multiple convictions on charges including violating the Official Secrets Act, corruption, and election-related offenses — charges that she and her supporters say are politically motivated.
The amnesty comes amid ongoing political and humanitarian tensions in Myanmar. Many international organizations and Western governments have repeatedly called for Suu Kyi's release and that of other political prisoners. Initial international reactions to the news of the sentence reduction and transfer have been cautious, though some have described it as a positive step.
Myanmar's military government has not detailed the scope of the amnesty or the conditions of Suu Kyi's house arrest. Analysts suggest the move may be an attempt by the junta to ease international pressure while creating some political space at home, while still maintaining tight control.
