Myaelatt Athan
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Myaelatt Athan (Burmese: မြေလတ်အသံ) is a Myanmar-based news agency founded in April 2019. The agency provides regional news coverage focusing on the central parts of Myanmar, specifically the Sagaing, Magway, and Bago regions.
Post-2021 history and legal incidents
Since the 2021 Myanmar coup d'état, several journalists associated with Myaelatt Athan have been detained or sentenced by the military authorities under various laws.
Arrests of journalists
Than Htike Myint: A correspondent for Myaelatt Athan, was arrested in Myanaung Township, Ayeyarwady Region, on 6 February 2025. On 3 April 2025, he was sentenced to five years in prison by a military court under Section 52(a) of the Anti-Terrorism Law. The prosecution alleged that evidence of communication with the People's Defense Force (PDF) was found on his mobile phone. He is currently being held at Hinthada Prison.
Aung Gyi: On 4 July 2021, Aung Gyi, a reporter for Myaelatt Athan based in Paungde Township, Bago Region, was detained alongside his father. His arrest was documented by the Assistance Association for Political Prisoners (AAPP).
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