Army units surrender with full arsenal to AA in Kyaukphyu conflict

Narinjara News, June 15, 2025

Nearly an entire military council unit has surrendered to the Arakan Army (AA) during ongoing clashes in Kyaukphyu Township, Rakhine State, according to reports.

The unit, a joint battalion from Division 11 and Division 99, consisted of about 70 soldiers who surrendered to the AA with their full arsenal, according to a military source affiliated with the AA.

The surrender took place in May when the troops, defying orders from their superiors, chose not to engage the AA. Among those who surrendered were both platoon and battalion commanders.