Burmese opposition branded as trait

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Saturday, August 29, 1998 Published at 12:03 GMT 13:03 UK 

Burmese opposition branded as traitors 

One of the most senior officers in the Burmese military government has
denounced the opposition National League for Democracy as traitors and said
anyattempt to convene a civilian government will not be tolerated. 

Referring to the NLD as evil, General Khin Nyunt said it was trying to stir
up instability with the aim of grabbing power. 

He said most Burmese people wanted to live in peace and were scared of the
prospect of any disturbances. 

>From the newsroom of the BBC World Service