Myanmar release of Suu Kyi top ally spurs small democracy hope

The release of Myanmar’s putsch-ousted former President has piqued speculation about the fate of detained leader Aung San Suu Kyi, but little optimism among citizens and analysts watching for a democracy comeback.

“I don’t expect much from this release,” said one 50-year-old Yangon resident, speaking on condition of anonymity for security reasons. “There is no reason to be thankful because he was arrested unjustly in the first place,” she added.