Suu Kyi's Phantom House Arrest: The Myanmar Junta's Calculated Gambit Aung San Suu Kyi, the ousted leader of Myanmar, has been placed under house arrest, sparking skepticism among observers and analysts.
At first glance, the move appears to be a concession to international pressure, but it is likely a calculated effort by the military junta to manipulate perceptions and buy time.
The regime's announcement on April 30 came after weeks of criticism from ASEAN and other international actors over its treatment of Suu Kyi.