If the SPDC continues to put into practice its seven-step road map without cooperating with the representatives-elect and without listening to the real aspiration of the people and repeated requests from the international community, including the UN, the SPDC's orchestrated constitution would be definitely challenged by the people (including ethnic nationalities) of Myanmar (Burma). (Source: Mizzima News)

"Thousands of people turned up only to discover that the comedy acts were off the bill," the observer said. "The ban was clearly because of Par Par Lay's involvement, and people were very angry. Why do the authorities fear Par Par Lay so much?" (Source: The Nation, Aug 9, 2007)

The attacks against civilians continue as the SPDC increases its military build-up in Toungoo District. Enforcing widespread restrictions on movement backed up by a shoot-on-sight policy, the SPDC has executed at least 38 villagers in Toungoo since January 2007. (Source: KHRG-Karen Human Rights Group realeased a report, August 9, 2007)