On June 19 in Yangon, soldiers from Battalion 18 in Shwebo District held a ceremony commemorating the 80th birthday of democratic leader Aung San Suu Kyi. The soldiers held signs bearing the message ‘Continue to Fight for the Liberation of Aung San Suu Kyi and the Entire Country’ while offering prayers. This prayer ceremony was conducted with the aim of securing freedom for Aung San Suu Kyi and all political prisoners currently detained under the military dictatorship.
The soldiers celebrated the birthday ceremony with great enthusiasm in recognition of Aung San Suu Kyi’s democratic movements, and they pledged to continue striving for the freedom and justice of the Myanmar people. Furthermore, they committed to standing united with all People’s Defense Forces and military personnel who are fighting for the end of the military dictatorship and the flourishing of democracy.
This ceremony represents an important milestone in Myanmar’s democratic movement and serves as a ray of hope for citizens suffering under military rule. The soldiers’ prayer demonstration stands as a testament to the public’s desire for the release of Aung San Suu Kyi and all political prisoners, as well as the country’s broader aspirations for democracy and freedom.
