The journalist did not attend Friday's hearing in person, but followed proceedings via videoconference from prison.

Their lawyers also appear to have difficulty gaining access.

They were arrested on February twenty seventh and have not been allowed access to see their families or lawyers in person since.

Tins are Who is the lawyer representing Associated Press journalist Enzo.

The charge of Section five o five A against him has got nothing to do with him doing his job.

We can discuss the case later after hearing from the court, but we can say he did nothing wrong on the charge based on our case study from various perspectives.

Another court extended detention until March twenty fifth for a sixth journalist from Myanmar now, according to the group's editor in chief.

Court officials did not comment.

The U.

S State Department has voiced concerns over the arrests and has called for the immediate release of the journalists.

Recent days have been some of the deadliest since the military took power.

Among the casualties on Thursday where eight people killed in the town of My Yang when security forces fired on a protest, The Assistance Association for Political Prisoners said.

Video obtained by Reuters also showed security forces leading men to large trucks and one being hit with a baton.

Vehicles have also been heard broadcasting warnings about a night curfew and against making barricades.