World Leaders Condemn Military Coup In Myanmar, Order Release Of Detained Leaders

Following the military coup that took place in Myanmar earlier today, world leaders have expressed displeasure in the coup that saw the leaders of the country being detained by the military.

The army said it had carried out the detentions in response to “election fraud”, handing power to military chief Min Aung Hlaing and imposing a state of emergency for one year, according to a statement on a military-owned television station.

However, top world leaders and organisations have condemned this act, describing it as a disrespect to democracy in the world

I condemn the coup and unlawful imprisonment of civilians, including Aung San Suu Kyi, in Myanmar. The vote of the people must be respected and civilian leaders released.

— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) February 1, 2021

The UK condemns the state of emergency imposed in Myanmar & the unlawful detention of figures in the Civilian Government and civil society by the military. The democratic wishes of the people of Myanmar must be respected, and the National Assembly peacefully re-convened.

— Dominic Raab (@DominicRaab) February 1, 2021

I strongly condemn the coup carried out by the #Myanmar military and call for the immediate release of those detained.

Election results and constitution must be respected.

Myanmar's people want democracy. The EU stands with them.

— Josep Borrell Fontelles (@JosepBorrellF) February 1, 2021