I thought you might like an update on the trial of Aung San Suu Kyi. The trial has been delayed, but experts say the decision is already made and a guilty verdict will be handed down.
However, defense lawyers requested and received permission to include additional witness(es) on the June 26th resumption of proceedings. Article here.
The military-led governement is expressing its displeasure over the worlds negative response by cracking down on Suu Kyi’s political party – many arrests and harrassments. Article here
Also the military is flexing its muscle in the ongoing battle with Kayin rebels in an attempt to make the country ’safe’. More here
In the midst of all of these struggles the church is attempting to speak peace and hope in the lives of people. Pray for the church planters that we have equipped and encouraged – that they will be bold in the face of opposition, and that they will use this opportunity (the government’s distraction to thwart democracy) to do all they can to boldly reach people for Christ.
Growing leaders…giving hope,
David
