Myanmar court sentences American journalist to 11 years in prison

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A Myanmar court has sentenced American journalist Danny Fenster to 11 years in prison on charges of unlawful association, incitement against the military and breaching visa rules, his lawyer and employer said Friday.

Than Zaw Aung, Fenster’s lawyer, told VOA there are currently no plans for an appeal.

Fenster faces additional charges of sedition and terrorism, which could see him in jail for life.

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