Myanmar junta rejects appeal for freedom of pro-democracy leader Suu KyiYANGON, Myanmar — Myanmar’s junta has rejected an appeal to free pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi, whose most recent period of detention will expire May 27, her party spokesman said Tuesday. Myanmar opposition party says it might contest polls if military rulers meets its conditionsYANGON, Myanmar — Myanmar’s main opposition party said Wednesday it will consider taking part in elections next year if the country’s military rulers meet three demands, including for the release of their leader, Aung San Suu Kyi, from house arrest. Myanmar tightens security as pro-democracy party meets to debate next year’s electionYANGON, Myanmar — Myanmar’s military government tightened security as the political party of detained pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi gathered Tuesday to discuss next year’s planned election. |