Mandalay

Myanmar’s Junta Chief Apologizes for Killing of Prominent Abbot in Mandalay

Myanmar junta chief apologises for prominent Buddhist abbot's death. Security forces shoot dead Sayadaw Bhaddanta Munindabhivamsa in Mandalay. Investigation underway. Funeral on Thursday. Junta initially blamed coup opponents for the killing. Monk's accusation went viral. Majority religion in Myanmar is Buddhism. Monks have been leading political protests. Min Aung Hlaing expresses "extreme heartbreak" and offers sincere apology. Troops opened fire on the abbot's car for not slowing down at a checkpoint. Monastery had publicly opposed military's coup. Funeral to take place on Thursday. Investigation ongoing. Funeral on Thursday. Myanmar junta chief apologises for prominent Buddhist abbot's death. Security forces shoot…