UN slams 'politically-motivated' Suu Kyi conviction in Myanmar

Ousted Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi. The UN rights chief on Monday slammed the Myanmar junta over the conviction and sentencing of the popular veteran politician on Monday (Dec 6, 2021). - AP

GENEVA, Dec 6 (AFP): The UN rights chief on Monday slammed the Myanmar junta over the conviction and sentencing of ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi to four years in prison, demanding her release.

"The conviction of the State Counsellor following a sham trial in secretive proceedings before a military-controlled court is nothing but politically-motivated," Michelle Bachelet said in a statement.