Karen News

Following the headquarter’s capture the Karen National Union (KNU), the Karenni National Progressive Party (KNPP), and the Chin National Front (CNF) issued a joint statement, on 4 August, that congratulated the MNDAA and TNLA on their success and emphasised how important the capture of the headquarters was in the struggle against the junta. CNF spokesperson, Salai Htet Ni, described the…

There has been severe flooding in Hlaingbwe Township. On 30 July 2024 the Karen State Chief Minister, Saw Myint Oo, accompanied by officials, visited shelter centers at Aung San Hall and Kamawtkachu Village in Hlaingbwe Township. During the visit, he pledged 1.3 million MMK in aid and provided essential items such as rice, oil, noodles, and eggs for more than…

KHRG said the junta practice of firing artillery and launching airstrikes against areas where there is no fighting often results in unexploded ordnance being left behind, which poses a significant risk to civilians who may come into contact with these dangerous remnants. Naw Phaw Lar, Advocacy Officer at KHRG, highlighted recent incidents involving unexploded ordnance. She said: “In our statement…

Major Saw Tin Win, the tactical operation commander of the BGF’s Military Region No. 2, stated that following the junta’s announcement to implement the conscription law, many youths from Karen State, Ayeyarwady Region, and other parts of Myanmar contacted the BGF and enlisted as new members. “A lot of youths joined the BGF voluntarily to avoid forced recruitment by Bamar…

Since the coup, new arrivals have been documented alongside existing refugees, receiving the same food aid and other forms of assistance. However, Thai authorities now seek to reassess the number of post-coup arrivals to address concerns that individuals with criminal backgrounds may be among the refugees. Saw Pwel Say, secretary of the KRC, explained the situation: “Thai authorities have requested…

Following reports of the junta’s movement, residents of several nearby villages began fleeing. According to a local woman aiding displaced individuals, the junta column reached Lelthit Village in Kyunsu on July 19. She described the situation, stating, “The military column was advancing toward the local villages. Fearing harm from the soldiers, the villagers fled their homes and sought refuge in…

Born as the fourth of eight children to General Saw Tamla Baw, who was the former commander-in-chief of the Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA) and a former president of the KNU, Padoh Naw Zipporah Sein played a significant role in the Karen revolutionary movement. She served as the secretary general of the KWO from 2000 to 2008. In addition to…

This assertion follows the junta’s announcement that Min Aung Hlaing has assumed the responsibilities of interim president U Myint Swe, who has been incapacitated due to health issues, effective July 22. Padoh Saw Kale Say remarked, “Min Aung Hlaing’s decision to grab the position of interim president appears to be an initial step towards seeking international legitimacy. The junta seems…

“Two proposals will be submitted to the Thai government: one for a legal residence permit for Myanmar citizens arriving in Thailand, and the other for a legal work permit. For participants in the Civil Disobedience Movement (CDM) and politicians who have fled Myanmar, the need for legal residence is more critical than the right to work. However, the pink card…

An official from the Nway Oo Myittar aid group informed KIC that areas hosting displaced people lack essential resources such as clean drinking water, food, and adequate sanitation, contributing to the surge in diarrhea outbreaks. “We are still assessing the exact circumstances of the outbreak. The combination of long-term refugees and recently displaced individuals poses challenges in implementing effective relief…