Myanmar’s wireless broadband internet services were shut down Friday by order of the military government, local providers said, as protesters continued to defy the threat of lethal violence to oppose the junta’s takeover. Access to mobile networks and all wireless — the less costly options used by most people in the developing country — was blocked. The Norwegian telecoms company Telenor, one of the biggest carriers in Myanmar, confirmed that it could no longer offer wireless services. Facebook and other major social media platforms have banned members of the Myanmar military, also known as the Tatmadaw, and are blocking ads from most military-linked commercial entities. China and Russia, both permanent council members and suppliers of arms to Myanmar’s military, have generally opposed sanctions.

Source: Los Angeles Times April 02, 2021 09:54 UTC