Aung San Suu Kyi: From Icon to Controversy

This chapter explores the dramatic evolution of Aung San Suu Kyi, tracing her journey from a celebrated Nobel laureate to a contentious political figure accused of human rights violations against the Rohingya. It highlights her rise as a symbol of hope in Myanmar's struggle against military oppression, juxtaposed with the complexities of her leadership and the disillusionment of the people she aimed to inspire. The narrative also examines the brutal reality of the Rohingya crisis, the international response, and the tangled legacies of power, privilege, and identity at play in her story.