Myanmar's Former Leader Aung San Suu Kyi Moved to House Arrest
Myanmar's state television announced on Thursday night, April 30, that detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from prison to house arrest. Myanmar's military information office confirmed the news to the press. Concerns over the health of Suu Kyi, who is reportedly around 80 years old, are believed to be a contributing factor.
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