Myanmar Military Junta Grants Amnesty on Buddha Day, Releasing Some Prominent Artists Amid Continued Detentions
Myanmar's military junta announced an amnesty for 1,519 prisoners on April 30, coinciding with the Full Moon Day of Kasone (Buddha Day). Among those released were several prominent artists, including film directors Zabu Tun Thet Lwin and Aung Chan Lu, who had been serving long sentences for allegedly obstructing the 2025 general election. However, other well-known figures like director Myat Tee and actor Ye Taik remain incarcerated.
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