YANGON: Hackers attacked Myanmar government websites on Feb 18 to protest against the military coup, as the junta pressed on with its attempts to stymie nationwide opposition with internet blockades and troop deployments. A group called Myanmar Hackers disrupted websites including the Central Bank, the Myanmar military’s propaganda page, state-run broadcaster MRTV, the Port Authority, and the Food and Drug Administration. “We are fighting for justice in Myanmar," the group said on its Facebook page. Join the civil disobedience movement." They are accused of using their "popularity and fame" to encourage people to join the civil disobedience movement, MRTV said.

Source: The Star February 18, 2021 04:00 UTC