Police opened fire and reportedly killed at least 18 people as protests against military rule in Myanmar continue to grip the southeast Asian nation. Dozens more were left wounded in clashes and more than 1,000 people were arrested on Sunday as authorities cracked down brutally on on demonstrations. The UN Human Rights Office said it has received “credible information” at least 18 had died and 30 others injured. A report by the independent.
Gunfire was reported almost as soon the protests began Sunday morning in Yangon, as police also fired tear gas and water cannons while trying to clear the streets.
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