Myanmar junta launches 26 airstrikes in Ta’ang areas of Shan State during may, killing eight civilians

Mizzima

Despite a declared ceasefire, the Myanmar junta carried out widespread attacks across Nawnghkio, Mogok, Kyaukme, Mongngawt, Mong Lon, and Man Tong townships in Ta’ang areas of Shan State throughout May, killing eight civilians and injuring 18 others, according to a 4 June statement from the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (PSLF/TNLA).

The TNLA reported that the military conducted 26 airstrikes, launched 329 drone attacks, fired 776 artillery shells, and deployed 114 poison gas bombs during the period.

In Nawnghkio Township alone, 12 airstrikes were carried out alongside extensive drone and artillery attacks, resulting in six civilian deaths, 14 injuries, and damage to eight houses, the statement said.