“Son of Aung San Suu Kyi says he had first call with his mother in five years”

Key points

• Kim Aris said he spoke to his mother for the first time in more than five years.
• Aung San Suu Kyi is under house arrest in Naypyidaw after the 2021 coup.
• Aris posted on Facebook and shared photos outside the Burmese embassy in London.
• Authorities recently showed signs of loosening detention with photos of private meetings.
• Analysts say the move may be aimed at international legitimacy for the regime.