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The majority of those abducted by the Military Council were local farmers and ranchers from the Kale-Tagundaing village tract. “The Military Council troops hide near the village and arrest villagers, especially orchard workers and farmers, demanding rice as ransom. Sometimes, they capture couples, forcing husbands to bring rice for their wives’ release. Many civilians remain captive”, a villager escaped from…

These particular individuals are more vulnerable than other IDPs, as it is very difficult to get hold of nutritious food in the rainy season. Naw Eh Ta Mwee Paw, Joint Secretary 2 of the KWO commented, “Some mothers cannot breast feed their baby while the alternative of infant milk powders is usually unavailable. We are trying to provide for those…

The Junta’s artillery shells struck several houses, which forced villagers to evacuate to Myawaddy, an aid worker told KIC that, “ it is very unsafe for those war-displaced individuals to return home.” “Residents from several villages, including Pwint Lin Aye Myaing and Myittar Lin Myaing, along with others livings on the west side of the bus terminal, have sought refuge…

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…