Myanmar court to deliver first verdicts in Aung San Suu Kyi trial

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4 years ago

November 30, 2021

Ousted Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi is expected to hear the verdict in her incitement trial on Tuesday – the first judgement from her many junta court cases that could see her jailed for decades

A Myanmar court is due to deliver the first verdicts against its former leader Aung San Suu Kyi

The leader was overthrown by the military in February, and is on trial for offences that carry a combined maximum jail sentence of more than 100 years.

The overthrown leader is on trial for nearly a dozen offences, including breaking a natural disaster law and violating COVID-19 protocols.

Suu Kyi faces three years in prison if found guilty of incitement against the military, although analysts say it is unlikely she will be taken away to jail on Tuesday.

The United Nations have condemned the indictments and demanded the her release.

A spokesperson for the Junta has previously said the former leader was being granted due process by an independent judiciary.

The court room remains off limits to the media and local reporters.

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Oil prices surge amid rising Middle East conflict risks

Crude oil surges 7% amid fears of Middle East conflict; Strait of Hormuz disruptions may push Brent over $100.

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14 hours ago

March 3, 2026

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Crude oil surges 7% amid fears of Middle East conflict; Strait of Hormuz disruptions may push Brent over $100.

Crude oil prices spiked dramatically as investors react to the growing risk of a wider conflict in the Middle East. U.S. crude surged 7.2 percent, trading near $71.84 a barrel, signalling heightened concern across energy markets.

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping chokepoint, has come under intense scrutiny. Rising war-risk insurance premiums and suspended tanker traffic are already slowing the movement of oil, creating ripple effects in global supply chains.

JPMorgan has warned that prolonged disruptions over three weeks could force Gulf producers to reduce output, potentially pushing Brent crude prices to between $100 and $120 a barrel. Markets are closely watching for developments that could reshape global energy pricing.

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Trump warns of last opportunity to hit Iran as conflict escalates

Trump declares final chance to strike Iran, aiming to dismantle missile systems and prevent nuclear weapons amid U.S. troop losses.

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March 3, 2026

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Trump declares final chance to strike Iran, aiming to dismantle missile systems and prevent nuclear weapons amid U.S. troop losses.

President Trump has declared this is the final opportunity to strike Iran as conflict intensifies across the Middle East, outlining four key military objectives including dismantling Iran’s missile capabilities and targeting its navy.

The U.S. says its mission is to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon and to halt its alleged support for terrorist groups abroad, signalling a potentially prolonged campaign in the region.

Four U.S. troops have already been killed, with officials warning further casualties are possible as operations continue.

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