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'Buddhist bin Laden' firebrand monk feted by Myanmar junta chief

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A firebrand monk dubbed the "Buddhist bin Laden" for his role in stirring up religious hatred in Myanmar received a national award on Tuesday, with the junta saluting his work in the country.

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'Buddhist bin Laden' firebrand monk Wirathu wins award for 'the good of the Union of Myanmar'

A firebrand monk dubbed the "Buddhist bin Laden" for his role in stirring up religious hatred in Myanmar has received a national award, with the junta saluting his work in the country.

1 year ago·South Africa

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The Guardian Nigeria

‘Buddhist bin Laden’ firebrand monk feted by Myanmar junta chief

A firebrand monk dubbed the “Buddhist bin Laden” for his role in stirring up religious hatred in Myanmar received a national award on Tuesday, with the junta saluting his work in the country. Wirathu — who received the moniker from Time Magazine in 2013 following deadly communal riots — was awarded the title of “Thiri […]

1 year ago·Nigeria

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Bangkok Post

'Buddhist bin Laden' monk feted by Myanmar junta chief

A firebrand monk dubbed the "Buddhist bin Laden" for his role in stirring up religious hatred in Myanmar received a national award on Tuesday, with the junta saluting his work in the country.

1 year ago·กทม, Thailand

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Philstar Global

'Buddhist bin Laden' firebrand monk feted by Myanmar junta chief

The award for "outstanding work for the good of the Union of Myanmar" was presented by junta chief Min Aung Hlaing.

1 year ago·Manila, Philippines

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Deccan Herald

'Buddhist bin Laden' gets award from Myanmar junta

A firebrand monk dubbed the "Buddhist bin Laden" for his role in stirring up religious hatred in Myanmar received a national award on Tuesday, with the junta saluting his work in the country. Wirathu -- who received the moniker from Time Magazine in 2013 following deadly communal riots -- was awarded the title of "Thiri Pyanchi" on Tuesday, the military's information team said.

1 year ago

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Radio France Internationale

'Buddhist bin Laden' firebrand monk feted by Myanmar junta chief

A firebrand monk dubbed the "Buddhist bin Laden" for his role in stirring up religious hatred in Myanmar received a national award on Tuesday, with the junta saluting his work in the country.

1 year ago·Paris, France

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