Sunday, May 23, 2021

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Around 40 Myanmar Junta Troops Killed in Kayah State

Posted: 23 May 2021 07:18 AM PDT

The Karenni People's Defense Force and Karenni Army launched two successful attacks in the state on Sunday.

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Myanmar Resistance Fighters Continue to Battle Junta Troops in Sagaing

Posted: 23 May 2021 05:33 AM PDT

Prolonged clashes are reported across the sprawling region.

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Beloved Myanmar Band Tarnishes Reputation by Playing for Junta Leaders

Posted: 22 May 2021 06:32 AM PDT

Nearly century-old Myoma Music Band comes under fire after performing for Myanmar military chief and others in Mandalay.

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Deadly Fighting Continues Between Myanmar Junta Troops, Civilian Fighters in Chin State

Posted: 22 May 2021 05:31 AM PDT

Residents said both sides sustained casualties after about 100 troops arrived to attack Bukun Village near Mindat, sparking clashes and prompting residents to flee.

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Police Killed as KIA Attacks Junta Positions at Jade Mine: Residents

Posted: 22 May 2021 03:04 AM PDT

The KIA set fire to military and police outposts in Machyang Hka and Nam Si Bum villages at the Hkamti jade mine in Sagaing Region.

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Three Junta Troops Killed in Clashes With Kayah Resistance Fighters

Posted: 21 May 2021 11:46 PM PDT

The Karenni People's Defense Force and the Karenni Army seized three military security posts in Demoso and Bawlakhe townships.

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