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People Media controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2026

    Cemetery tombstone controversy

    Photographs allegedly showing Kyaw Soe Oo placing his foot on a resistance fighter's tombstone triggered public condemnation from supporters of Myanmar's resistance movement and threats against him. The incident was connected to the public image of People Media through his leadership role.

  2. 2024

    Controversial military-airstrike commentary

    Kyaw Soe Oo, People Media's editor-in-chief, was reported to have repeatedly supported military violence against civilians and encouraged air attacks. Statements during 2024 battles were criticized as advocating tactics likely to increase civilian casualties.