Myanmar Military Executes Four Political Prisoners
International outrage over Myanmar’s execution of four political prisoners intensified Tuesday with grassroots protests and strong condemnation from world governments. The United Nations said the executions were a “blatant violation” of a person’s “right to life, liberty, and security.” Pro-democracy demonstrators protested outside Myanmar’s embassy in Bangkok, waving flags and chanting slogans amid a heavy downpour. Myanmar’s government spokesperson, Maj. Gen. Zaw Min Tun firmly rejected the criticism, saying the executions were carried out in …