Buddhist monks take to the streets of Yangon for the ninth straight day, defying a ban on public assembly by Myanmar’s secretive government. (Democratic Voice of Burma / AP)
Monks and other civilians run amid flames and smoke in downtown Yangon after police used violent force to disperse the crowds of protesters. Shots were fired at demonstrators and witnesses said many monks were beaten and dragged off by authorities. (AFP/Getty Images)
Riot police attempt to hold back a crowd during ongoing daily demonstrations in downtown Yangon. Security forces resorted to live rounds, batons and tear gas in an effort to disband protesters. (AFP/Getty Images)
An injured monk receives medical treatment after a violent police crackdown on protesters in downtown Yangon. (AFP/Getty Images)
