Superstition is now playing a key role as the world begins to unite in protest against the recent brutal crackdown in Myanmar. Women have been sending their underwear to Burma or its embassies outside the country as a sign of protest.

Liz Hilton, a supporter of an activist group that started the "Panties for Peace" campaign, said that sending women's undergarments was a strong message in Burmese and in all South East Asian Culture.

The campaign began early this week after reports surfaced that Burma's junta leader Gen. Than Shwe and the other superstitious generals believed that dealing with women underwear weakens their power.

The protests continued after reports had indicated that the military had continued to comb villages and imprison those who were involved in the mass protest even after they had crushed the protest movement.

Women form Thailand, Australia, Singapore, England and other European countries have been transporting or bringing their undergarments to Myanmar missions following casual coordination among activist group and individuals.

According to the campaign, women can send their undergarments to the Burmese Embassy in their country.

They also urged women to send more often. As of now, the group has not yet received any comment from Burmese officials.