Myanmar revolutionary forces enter Katha town following election day attacks as clashes intensify

Mizzima

Revolutionary forces have moved into Katha town in Sagaing Region, following attacks initiated during the military junta’s election period. Clashes are still ongoing on 2 January, according to local sources.

The Revolutionary Joint Force launched attacks on Katha on 28 December during the elections and has reportedly gained access to parts of the town.

“A revolutionary force has entered the town. The reports of a Katha prison breakout are just rumours. Their presence in the town is real, and the situation is ongoing. Fighting continues today,” said a Katha People’s Defence Force (KPDF) soldier stationed in Katha.

While reports of a Katha prison breakout on 1 December circulated widely, they were false, and the prison remained secure as of 12 noon today, he said.

Another KPDF soldier involved in the Katha fighting said he had not seen any prison breakout and that his unit had seized the Katha Town Entrance Junction Road and Katha Education College.

“I don’t have any information about the prison. In our area, we have captured the Katha Town Entrance Junction Road and Katha Education College,” he said.