Myanmar Junta Allows Aung San Suu Kyi Rare Contact With an Outsider

NYT World Monday 03 August 2026, 13:02 UTC By Max Kim 1 min read

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The ousted civilian leader, now 81, met with a representative of the Red Cross. Her long absence from public view had raised concerns about her health.

The ousted civilian leader, now 81, met with a representative of the Red Cross. Her long absence from public view had raised concerns about her health. [Image text:] WEWANT OURLEADER FREE DAW AUNG

Myanmar (LOCATION) Aung San Suu Kyi Rare Contact (PERSON) the Red Cross (ORG)

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