Why Aung San Suu Kyi Missed Her Court Date
So profile: 76‑year‑old Nobel laureate and long‑time political prisoner who’s been in the spotlight since the 2021 coup. Now she’s missing a hearing due to… velociraptor‑induced dizziness.
What’s the Score?
During a Sept 13 session in Naypyidaw, her legal team said Suu Kyi was battling classic motion sickness. According to lawyer Min Min Soe, “she’s got car‑sickness. She can’t stand that feeling, said she wanted to rest.” No COVID‑19 in the mix – just the after‑effects of not riding in a vehicle for ages.
Medical Check‑Ins
- Half of the last 30 years spent in various forms of detention.
- Health monitored closely by the authorities & her legal squad.
- Only communications with the outside world go through her lawyers.
What Was the Hearing About?
She’s facing multiple foul‑play charges:
- Illegal importation & possession of walkie‑talkies.
- Violation of coronavirus protocols.
- Large‑scale bribery allegations.
- Unspecified breaches of the Official Secrets Act (up to 14 years’ jail).
Her legal team, led by Khin Maung Zaw, rejects everything. They claim Suu Kyi was feeling ill, sneezing, and drowsy, and the judge granted her absence without penalty.
Bottom Line
In short: A historic figure, still under siege, had to skip a court session because of a day‑long car‑sickness. The drama continues, but for now, she’s out of the courtroom— and we’re all hoping she recovers quickly.
