People injured during protests against the military coup in Myanmar have vowed to continue demonstrating – even though they know they may die. On Sunday, police fired on crowds in several places around the country, reportedly killing 18 people, on the bloodiest day since the 1 February coup. Generals seized power in Myanmar after claiming there was fraud in last November’s election which the party of de facto civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi won by a landslide. Daily demonstrations are getting increasingly violent as police and troops try to stamp them out. And the UK’s foreign secretary has said people are showing “huge bravery” against the military regime. Advertisement During the protests, one woman shouted: “Yes, I’m afraid but we will fight for our freedom. I can die now but I will never forgive you.” More from Myanmar Myanmar coup: Court files fresh charges against Aung San Suu Kyi after 18 killed in protests Myanmar coup: International solidarity with the protest movement is vital Myanmar: 18 protesters killed after police open fire during latest unrest Dominic Raab will use ‘UN megaphone’ to defend and define human rights Myanmar coup: Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab to ramp up pressure on military to… Read full this story
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