MYANMAR’S military has taken control of the country after detaining de facto leader Aung San Suu Kyi and other politicians in the early hours.
Military TV said a state of emergency had been declared for one year and power transferred.
The coup comes after tensions rose between the civilian government and the military following a disputed election.
The military said on Monday it was handing power to Commander-in-chief Min Aung Hlaing because of “election fraud”. (BBC)
