A Myanmar model who took refuge in Thailand after speaking out against a military coup in her homeland has been blocked from returning to Bangkok, Thai authorities said on Thursday, over what her manager said was an Interpol notice
Myanmar army helicopters fire on school, killing six Han Lay, who captured international attention last year with a moving beauty pageant speech calling for urgent help for Myanmar's people during a military crackdown, did not have a valid visa to enter Thailand, the immigration department said.The 23-year-old was not being detained and arrangements were being made for her to board a flight out of Thailand, the department said in a statement.
Myanmar junta executes leading democracy activistsSince seizing power, the junta led by Min Aung Hlaing has embarked on a bloody crackdown against any opposition to its rule. The junta's crackdown has included multiple targets, from pro-democracy and youth groups, to activists, politicians and even celebrities and social media influencers.