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The Military Council has deployed approximately 150 troops for military operations In Tanintharyi Township ,where martial law has been declared since July 15 They have installed artillery in villages, and conduct indiscriminate firing while engaged in skirmishes with local People’s Defense Forces. As a result, the local population is being forced to flee the region to escape the escalating conflict…

According to a resident of Myawaddy, just after the military coup, the exchange rate of 100,000 Myanmar kyats was approximately 1,500 Thai baht. However, more than 2 years since the coup, the value of the currency has dropped, and now 100,000 kyats can be exchanged for around 1,115 Thai baht. He informed KIC, “Currently, the exchange rate stands at only…

The Military Council deployed a substantial number of troops and conducted military operations in several villages of Bilin Township, including Hnget Pyaw Taw, Karaway Seik, Shan Su, Chan Myae, and Zee Kone. As a result over a thousand local residents flee their homes and seek safety elsewhere. “After military operations commenced, all the villages were evacuated as a precautionary measure.…

The ceremony marked the 76th anniversary of KNDO and took place at its headquarters on July 16, where Brigadier General Saw Shee Lay, as the Commander-in-Chief, called upon the entire Karen nation to actively participate in the organization’s development, emphasizing the need for swift progress towards the people’s aspirations. Furthermore, Brigadier General Saw Shee Lay stressed that it is crucial…

“At Thanlwin Bridge in Hpa-An, inspections have become extremely stringent. As someone who sells fruits in Hpa-An on a daily basis, I have experienced firsthand the rigorous checks imposed on both locals and travelers. They even demand to see and inspect our phones, and those without a phone are often subjected to scolding”, a local food vendor told KIC. The…

“Both individuals who lost their lives were innocent civilians residing in Thandaung, with no affiliation to any armed groups. The first victim was laid to rest in his native village. The second victim, was discovered with a firearm which had been deliberately and cynically planted near his lifeless body. This nefarious act was orchestrated by the Military Council soldiers, who…

Close acquaintances have confirmed that after being arrested and detained for nearly six months, Sa Thein Za Min, a Karen youth and member of the Karen Literary and Cultural Committee in Einme Township, Ayeyarwady Region, along with two other youths, has been charged. Sa Thein Za Min was sentenced to ten years of imprisonment with hard labor, while the other…

The joint operation involving the Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA), the Cloud Wings drone forces and SOF, utilized drones to execute the attack. The primary objective was to target and destroy the electricity distribution center, which served as the main power source for the Military Council’s hill-based strategic command center, various offices, and CCTV control centers, a SOF member said.…

According to a local woman, following the Junta ‘s seizure of power, there was a certain level of timber smuggling from the country’s teak forest. However since the beginning of this year, she observed the transportation of timber has become more brazen, with FAW vehicles openly involved in the smuggling activities. She told KIC “At first people used small motorbikes…

According to a local woman, following the Junta ‘s seizure of power, there was a certain level of timber smuggling from the country’s teak forest. However since the beginning of this year, she observed the transportation of timber has become more brazen, with FAW vehicles openly involved in the smuggling activities. She told KIC “At first people used small motorbikes…