Kiddie pools, gowns and dinosaurs: Demonstrations against military rule in Myanmar get creative

Armed with nothing but an arsenal of ukeleles, a group of young protesters joined demonstrations in Myanmar on Feb. 11. (Reuters)

Many protesters have come armed with signs in English, hoping perhaps to reach audiences abroad. They sported the three-finger salute, a hand gesture in “The Hunger Games” books that has become a global sign of dissent.

Protesters are rallying under grave threat. The military has banned mass gatherings and deployed security forces across the country. A brutal military junta ruled Myanmar for decades, during which it frequently resorted to violence to maintain its hold. Many in Myanmar are bracing for a similar outcome. Already, reports of security forces using force against protesters are increasing.

Despite the threats, people in Myanmar continue to stream onto the streets to express their political beliefs. Many are also showcasing their views with eye-catching signs and installations, with common refrains: No to military rule. Free civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi.

This report has been updated.

Source: WP