Countdown to a coup: fraught talks preceded Myanmar’s army seizing power
Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi destroyed her phone and aides packed their bags during talks with military in days before coup
09 February 2021 - 21:12
Bangkok — Late on January 28, Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi destroyed her phone to prevent it falling into the hands of the military, according to two people close to her. Some of her friends and colleagues started to pack their bags, either preparing to flee or in expectation of being arrested.
Talks had been held that day in the capital Naypyitaw between representatives of Suu Kyi and army leader Senior Gen Min Aung Hlaing over the legitimacy of Suu Kyi’s party’s sweeping victory in November’s general election. The meeting had ended badly, with no agreement...
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