A United Nations envoy has publicly called for the immediate release of Aung San Suu Kyi, Myanmar’s ousted civilian leader, on her 81st birthday. The plea comes as Suu Kyi remains under house arrest following the military’s takeover in 2021. Her current location is unknown, despite previous announcements from the junta regarding her detention. The UN envoy emphasized the importance of restoring democratic principles in Myanmar and respecting human rights. Suu Kyi, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, led Myanmar’s transition to democracy before being overthrown in the coup. The call for her release highlights the ongoing international pressure on the military regime to end its repression and return power to civilian rule. The situation remains volatile, with concerns growing over the continued political instability and humanitarian crisis in the country.