Military Airstrike on IDP School in Eastern Loikaw Kills Three Children and Wounds Five Others

A military airstrike targeted an internally displaced persons (IDP) school in eastern Loikaw Township, Karenni State, at around 2:00 p.m. on October 31. The attack killed three students on the spot and injured five other children. According to reports by local media outlets citing the Interim Executive Council of Karenni State (IEC), military aircraft struck the school while classes were in session, despite no active ground clashes taking place in the vicinity. The three students killed included a male third-grade student and two female students in the fifth and seventh grades. Five other students—four girls between the ages of 12 and 16, and a nine-year-old boy—sustained shrapnel wounds. One of the wounded children suffered severe head trauma and remains in critical condition. A similar aerial bombardment was reported in eastern Loikaw Township in late October, when an airstrike struck an IDP camp and wounded several displaced civilians. Local residents noted that military airstrikes and drone attacks targeting civilian areas across Karenni State have intensified throughout the month. Photo - CJ

Rice Donation in Eastern Demoso

When people are struggling with water and food shortages, limited access to healthcare, and the constant threat of airstrikes and drone attacks, even a small act of support can make a meaningful difference in their lives. For these communities, the threat of airstrikes and drone attacks is a daily reality, especially at night when people are asleep. Such attacks can occur suddenly and unpredictably, targeting unexpected locations. In these difficult circumstances, every contribution matters. A donation of rice may seem small, but it can help ease the burden on displaced families and bring hope to those facing daily uncertainty.

အယ်လ်နီညို (El Niño) သဘာဝဘေးအန္တရာယ်နှင့် ကြိုတင်ပြင်ဆင်ရန် အသိပေးချက်

ပစိဖိတ်သမုဒ္ဒရာ ရေပြင်အပူချိန် မြင့်တက်လာမှုကြောင့် ဖြစ်ပေါ်လာတဲ့ အယ်လ်နီညို (El Niño) ရာသီဥတုဖြစ်စဉ်ဟာ ၂၀၂၆ ခုနှစ် နှစ်ကုန်ပိုင်းကစလို့ ၂၀၂၇ ခုနှစ်အထိ အရှိန်အဟုန် ပိုမိုပြင်းထန်လာနိုင်ပြီး မြန်မာနိုင်ငံအပါအဝင် ဒေသတွင်းနိုင်ငံတွေမှာ သက်ရောက်မှုတွေ ရှိလာနိုင်တယ်လို့ မိုးလေဝသစောင့်ကြည့်လေ့လာရေးအဖွဲ့တွေက သတိပေးချက် ထုတ်ပြန်ထားပါတယ်။ အယ်လ်နီညိုဖြစ်စဉ်ကြောင့် ကရင်နီပြည်နယ် အပါအဝင် မြန်မာနိုင်ငံ ဒေသအသီးသီးတွင် ပုံမှန်ထက် အပူချိန်လွန်ကဲခြင်း၊ မိုးခေါင်ရေရှားခြင်းနှင့် အခြားသော သဘာဝဘေးအန္တရာယ်များ ရင်ဆိုင်ကြုံတွေ့လာရနိုင်ပါသည်။
သို့ဖြစ်ပါ၍ CTER-Karenni အနေဖြင့် မိဘပြည်သူများနှင့် စစ်ဘေးရှောင်ပြည်သူများ ဘေးအန္တရာယ်မှ ကြိုတင်ကာကွယ်နိုင်ရန်နှင့် ထိခိုက်မှု အနည်းဆုံးဖြစ်စေရန်အတွက် အောက်ပါ သတိပြုလိုက်နာရမည့် အချက်များကို အသိပေး နှိုးဆော်အပ်ပါသည် -

၁။ အယ်လ်နီညို၏ သက်ရောက်မှုများ
-ဒေသအများစုမှာ ပုံမှန်ထက် အပူချိန် သိသိသာသာ မြင့်တက်လာနိုင်ပြီး မိုးခေါင်ရေရှားမှုတွေ ဖြစ်ပေါ်လာနိုင်ပါတယ်။
-မိုးရွာနည်းပြီး စိုက်ပျိုးရေ မလုံလောက်မှုကြောင့် သီးနှံစိုက်ခင်းတွေ ပျက်စီးဆုံးရှုံးနိုင်ကာ ဒေသတွင်း စားနပ်ရိက္ခာကို ထိခိုက်စေနိုင်ပါတယ်။
-အပူချိန်လွန်ကဲမှုကြောင့် ရေဓာတ်ခန်းခြောက်တာ၊ အပူလျှပ်တာနဲ့ မူးဝေမောပန်းတာ စတဲ့ ကျန်းမာရေးဆိုင်ရာ စိန်ခေါ်မှုတွေ ကြုံတွေ့ရနိုင်ပါတယ်။

၂။ သတိပြုစရာ နောက်ဆက်တွဲ ပြဿနာများ
-ချောင်း၊ ကန်နဲ့ သောက်သုံးရေတွင်းတွေ အချိန်မတိုင်မီ ခန်းခြောက်လာနိုင်ပြီး သောက်သုံးရေနဲ့ အိမ်သုံးရေ ပြတ်လပ်မှုတွေ ဖြစ်ပေါ်လာနိုင်ပါတယ်။
-ရာသီဥတု ခြောက်သွေ့ပူပြင်းလွန်းတာကြောင့် နေအိမ်မီးဘေးနဲ့ တောမီးလောင်ကျွမ်းမှုတွေ အလွယ်တကူ ဖြစ်ပွားပျံ့နှံ့နိုင်ပါတယ်။
-သန့်ရှင်းတဲ့ သောက်သုံးရေ ရှားပါးလာတာနဲ့အတူ ဝမ်းပျက်ဝမ်းလျှောနဲ့ ရေမှတစ်ဆင့် ကူးစက်တတ်တဲ့ ရောဂါတွေ ဖြစ်ပွားနှုန်း မြင့်တက်လာနိုင်ပါတယ်။

၃။ ကြိုတင်ပြင်ဆင်ရန်နှင့် လိုက်နာဆောင်ရွက်ရန်များ
-သောက်သုံးရေနှင့် သုံးစွဲရေများကို စည်ပိုင်း၊ အုတ်ကန်များဖြင့် ကြိုတင်သိုလှောင်ထားကြရန်နှင့် ရေကို စနစ်တကျ ချွေတာသုံးစွဲကြရန်။
-နေပူပြင်းချိန်များတွင် အပြင်ထွက်ခြင်းကို တတ်နိုင်သမျှ ရှောင်ကြဉ်ရန်၊ ရေများများသောက်ရန်နှင့် ကလေးသူငယ်၊ သက်ကြီးရွယ်အိုများကို အထူးဂရုစိုက်ပေးကြရန်။
-မီးသုံးစွဲမှုကို အထူးသတိပြုကြရန်နှင့် မိမိတို့နေအိမ်၊ ရပ်ရွာများတွင် မီးသတ်ဆေးဘူး၊ ရေပုံး၊ သဲပုံးနှင့် မီးချိတ်၊ မီးကပ်စသည့် မီးဘေးကာကွယ်ရေးပစ္စည်းများကို အသင့်ပြင်ဆင်ထားရှိကြရန်။
သဘာဝဘေးအန္တရာယ်များကို အပြည့်အဝ မတားဆီးနိုင်သော်လည်း “ကြိုတင်ပြင်ဆင်ခြင်းဖြင့် ဘေးအန္တရာယ်ကို ကျော်လွှားနိုင်ပါသည်”။
ပြည်သူလူထုအနေဖြင့် နောက်ဆုံးရ မိုးလေဝသနှင့် သဘာဝဘေးဆိုင်ရာ သတင်းထုတ်ပြန်ချက်များကို အမြဲမပြတ် စောင့်ကြည့်နားစွင့်ကြပါရန် တိုက်တွန်းအပ်ပါသည်။

a pregnant woman was killed along with her unborn child

The graphic reported that a pregnant woman was killed along with her unborn child. Her unborn child never had the chance to take a first breath outside the womb, the first and last breath it would never have the chance to take. On September 28, 2026, at around 12:00 noon, airstrikes reportedly carried out by military junta forces targeted public areas around India Market and Kachinadi Bridge in Kyauktaw Township, Arakan State. The attacks reportedly killed more than 57 civilians, including children, women, and pregnant women, and injured more than 60 others.

Pregnant Internally Displaced Woman Dies by Suicide in Western Demoso “Both the mother and her unborn child lost their lives.

A 21-year-old pregnant internally displaced woman died by suicide in a village in western Demoso Township, Karenni State, on the morning of September 22, according to people close to the incident. The deceased, identified as Ma Wathan, was nine months pregnant with her first child. Local residents reported that her husband found her dead inside their home at around 6:00 a.m. According to neighbors, the woman’s husband discovered the incident after returning from the toilet that morning. They said they heard him crying out loudly after finding his wife. A doctor who examined the woman and her unborn child explained that the baby was initially reported to have still been moving. The family was advised to transport the woman to a hospital. However, by approximately 8:30 a.m., they had still been unable to arrange transportation. A subsequent examination found that the baby no longer had a heartbeat. A similar suicide case was reported last year involving a 14-year-old Grade 5 student in Loikaw Township, who reportedly died by suicide after experiencing difficulties related to her education. A note was also reportedly found at the scene.

CTER Annual Organizational Review Meeting

CTER conducted a two-day annual meeting with its organizational staff and Board of Directors team to review and reflect on the organization’s overall structure, policies, Code of Conduct (COC), and human resource management. The meeting provided an opportunity to assess the effectiveness of the current organizational structure, clarify roles and responsibilities, and identify areas requiring further improvement. Discussions focused on human resource needs, staff roles and responsibilities, ways to strengthen internal coordination and organizational management. The review aimed to ensure that the organization’s structure, policies, and human resource practices remain appropriate and responsive to its current operational needs and future priorities.

Suicide Drone Attack Orphanage in Western Demoso Kills One Child and Injures Three Others

An orphanage in western Demoso township was targeted by a suicide drone attack at around 5:00 p.m. on September 16. The attack killed a nine-year-old boy and injured three other children. According to local sources, four boys were affected by the attack, and the child who died was the youngest. Two suicide drone attacks were reported near the orphanage. The first attack did not cause any casualties, but the second resulted in the death of a nine-year-old boy and injuries to three other children. A vehicle and several buildings at the orphanage were also damaged. Earlier the same day, at around 1:00 p.m., another suicide drone attack targeted a public area where people had gathered for a football competition.

Continued Airstrikes, Drone Attacks, and Offensive Operations Targeting Civilian Areas

On September 15, at around 9:00 a.m., two fighter jets conducted an airstrike in Demoso. According to local sources, each jet dropped four bombs, for a total of eight bombs. Following the airstrike, junta forces continued shelling with more than five rounds of heavy artillery. Just one day earlier, on September 14, junta forces carried out a suicide drone attack on a village in Nan Meh Khon, killing one civilian. Junta forces continue offensive ground operations in an attempt to regain control of territory. They have also continued to conduct airstrikes and suicide drone attacks, including attacks targeting populated civilian areas such as schools, public spaces, and IDPs camps.

Recent Airstrikes and Drone Attacks in Karenni State

From September 1 to 8, junta forces carried out a series of airstrikes and drone bombing attacks on civilian-populated areas in Karenni State, despite there being no active clashes or ongoing military engagements. On September 1, at around 4:00 p.m., an airstrike in Mawchi killed five civilians; three men, including a child under the age of 15, and two women and injured eight others. On September 3, a drone strike on a village in Kay Lyar District destroyed two civilian houses. From September 4 to 6, repeated airstrikes and drone strikes in eastern Loikaw damaged several civilian houses and a monastery. On September 5, an airstrike on a village in Sho Mo Preh Soe Leh killed five civilians; two boys aged 11 and 13, a 14-year-old girl, and two women over the age of 40. On September 8, a drone strike on a village in Kay Lyar District involved the dropping of two bombs, destroying several civilian houses. The affected areas were populated exclusively by civilians, including local villagers and displaced persons who had sought safety from the conflict.

Displaced Man Killed, School Destroyed in Junta Airstrike in Western Demoso Township

A junta airstrike on an IDP camp in the western part of Demoso Township, Karenni State, killed a displaced civilian and destroyed a school building around 6:00 p.m. on August 6. According to local residents, a junta fighter jet launched three bombing runs targeting the IDP site. A man in his 50s—a father of three—was struck by shrapnel and killed instantly at the scene. An elderly woman, approximately 70 years old, was also injured in the attack and is currently receiving medical treatment. One of the bombs directly hit a middle school building used for educating displaced children, leaving the facility completely destroyed. The attack occurred amid escalating clashes in the nearby area around Daw Ngay Ku village, where junta forces are attempting to advance using heavy artillery and frequent air support.

Sources - Kantarawaddy Times

Five Civilians, Including a Five-Month-Old Baby, Killed in Junta Drone Strike on Village in Western Hpruso Township

A junta drone strike on a village in the western part of Hpruso Township, Karenni State, killed five civilians, including a five-month-old baby girl, at around 6:00 p.m. on August 4. According to local residents, the military dropped two bombs on the village. Three civilians were killed instantly, and two others later died from their injuries while receiving medical treatment. The victims included a five-month-old baby girl, a 48-year-old woman, a 65-year-old man, and two men whose identities and ages have not yet been confirmed. Several other civilians were also injured and remain under medical care. The deadly attack came just one day after another junta drone strike targeted the eastern part of Hpruso Township on August 3, injuring a 40-year-old woman.

Sources - Kantarawaddy Times

Community-Led Water Storage Installation

With the active participation of the community, CTER and community members successfully installed a water storage tank for the bio-sand filtration system, providing displaced people with access to safer and better-quality water. Before the project, especially during the rainy season, the available water is muddy, contaminated and turned reddish in color, making it unsafe for consumption. However, because there were no alternative water sources, the displaced community had no choice but to rely on this poor-quality water for their daily needs. The installation of the bio-sand filtration system has significantly improved the quality of the water, helping to reduce health risks and improve the community's access to safe water.

Rice Barn for Emergency Preparedness

With the generous support of donors abroad and the active participation of the local community, CTER has successfully completed the construction of a community rice barn. In many parts of Karenni State, ongoing conflict and poor transportation infrastructure make it extremely difficult to transport food supplies, especially during the rainy season. Recognizing these challenges, CTER and the local community identified the need for an accessible storage facility that could strengthen emergency preparedness and reduce dependence on unreliable transportation routes. The rice barn has been established as a safe and secure storage facility for paddy and seeds purchased directly from the local community. By sourcing these supplies locally, it supports community’s livelihoods, strengthens the local economy, and ensures that emergency food reserves are readily available when needed. The stored food and seeds will be available to respond during times of displacement, natural disasters, or other humanitarian emergencies.

Over 100,000 Fatalities Recorded in Myanmar Since 2021 Coup

Since the military coup in February 2021, the conflict in Myanmar has claimed over 100,000 lives. According to recent data provided by the independent conflict monitor ACLED, this staggering figure marks Myanmar as the deadliest active conflict in Asia. While this number represents total conflict-related fatalities across all groups, the ongoing violence continues to inflict a devastating toll on ordinary people. The daily reality for millions involves widespread displacement, the destruction of local infrastructure, and profound personal loss as the crisis spreads nationwide.
Additionally, according to the latest report released on July 1, 2026, by the Progressive Karenni People Force (PKPF), the situation in Karenni State and the Kayan Region from February 1, 2021, to June 30, 2026, includes the following documented atrocities:

Photos by : ACLED

151^st Karenni National Day

The 151st Karenni National Day ceremony was held at an internally displaced persons (IDP) camp. A total population of over 500 people, including displaced students, attended and participated in the event.

Locally Procured Rice Distributed to IDPs in Need

CTER staff on the ground delivered food assistance to an IDP camp in eastern Demoso Township. Several months ago, CTER purchased and collected paddy rice from local residents as part of a community-based support initiative. The rice has now been processed and redistributed to internally displaced persons (IDPs) facing urgent food shortages to meet immediate operational requirements.

Bio-Sand Filter Installation in an IDPs Camp

A bio-sand filtration system was installed in an IDP camp to improve access to safe and better-quality water. Prior to the installation, community members and students relied directly on untreated stream water containing limestone and sediment. Using locally available resources, the filtration system effectively minimizes waste materials and limits local community health liabilities.

More Displacement in Eastern Hpruso

Junta military troops have launched operations toward villages in the eastern part of Hpruso Township, forcing more civilians to flee their homes. More than 200 villagers were displaced a few days ago, and now over 1,000 additional residents have reportedly fled and are in urgent need of emergency support. According to reports from the ground, no humanitarian assistance has reached the displaced communities so far due to ongoing security concerns. CTER has attempted to reach the affected areas; however, some locations remain inaccessible. Reports also indicate that some residents are still trapped in their villages and are unable to flee due to the security situation.

Residents Flee, One Missing in Eastern Hpruso Township

Military junta troops based in Hpruso Township have launched a military operation toward villages in the eastern part of the township, forcing local residents to flee their homes. The troops reportedly advanced into the area on May 7 at around 10:30 a.m. and, as of today, remain stationed near the village without withdrawing. Residents said the situation remains tense as junta forces continue operating near civilian areas. During the military operation, a local man who went to his farm reportedly went missing and has not returned home. Approximately 200 villagers have been displaced by the operation and are currently taking temporary shelter in nearby villages and forested areas where they believe it is safer.

Even Cooking Water Is Not Sufficiently Available

Recent reports indicate that displaced communities in eastern Demoso are facing compounded challenges following a severe storm that struck one week ago, destroying more than 50 houses. In parallel, a critical water shortage is affecting IDPs camps across the area. The rising cost of fuel has significantly constrained the ability of displaced households to transport water, thereby limiting access to safe and sufficient water for daily use. This has placed an additional burden on communities that are already experiencing economic hardship. A CTER field reporter said, Even water for cooking is not sufficiently available, and many residents are forced to borrow water from others. Community members have also requested us to find donor who can assist with water transportation. According to local residents, water donations are infrequent and have only been provided once this year. During such occasions, each household receives approximately five containers of water. Those who are able to purchase water pay around 35,000 kyat for a 1,000-liter tank; however, many households cannot afford this cost. In 2024, CTER established a water pipeline and storage tank system to supply water from a nearby lake to the village. However, due to current dry season conditions, the lake has dried up, rendering the system non-functional and leaving communities without a reliable water source.

Enhancing Capacity and Collaboration

During this summer, CTER staff, in collaboration with partner organizations, hosted and participated in several workshops and training sessions to strengthen their capacity. It is essential that we continue to enhance our skills and knowledge in order to effectively support and connect with communities on the ground. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the donor and partner organizations for their valuable support in making these meaningful trainings possible. We believe that sustained coordination and collaboration will enable us to create meaningful and positive impact within the communities in which we work.

Temporary IDPs Shelters Collapse Amid Strong Winds

In recent days in Demoso, Karenni State, houses belonging to internally displaced persons (IDPs) were already damaged, and with the ongoing severe weather, some houses have collapsed. According to ground reports, many shelters had already been affected earlier in the week, and on April 23, an additional five houses were reported damaged. Additionally, rain has damaged certain crops and seeds, while strong winds have caused trees to fall, blocking roads and destroying more than 50 houses. A volunteer staff member said, “the winds are strong, and our building’s roof was destroyed. Many houses in the IDPs camp were also affected.” Shelters in IDPs camps are typically temporary structures made of bamboo frames, bamboo walls, and tarpaulin, making them highly vulnerable to severe weather conditions.

Installation of a Water Pipeline and Bio-Sand Filtration System in Shadaw

With the financial support of donors and the voluntary contribution of the local community, we successfully completed the installation of a water pipeline connecting the water source to the village and installed a Bio-Sand Filtration system for the residents of Shadaw. This initiative aims to improve access to safe and clean drinking water for the community. Since the military coup in 2021, Shadaw Township has been one of the most affected areas, forcing many residents to flee their homes and seek shelter in the jungle. Although some residents have returned to their villages over the past year, they continue to face serious challenges, particularly the lack of access to clean and sufficient water. Many households currently rely on unsafe and contaminated water sources, which has led to the spread of skin diseases and other health problems, especially during the summer season when water shortages become more severe. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to these health risks. Therefore, the installation of a reliable water supply system and the Bio-Sand Filtration system is essential to ensure access to safe water and to improve the overall health and well-being of the community.

Rising Fuel Prices Worsen Water Crisis for Displaced Communities in Karenni State

Displaced communities are facing a severe water crisis, as the rising cost of goods, petrol, and gas makes it increasingly difficult to afford the fuel needed to transport and distribute water to areas in need. In previous years, the majority of displaced people depended on water donations from organizations and individual donors, who transported water from available sources. However, these efforts are now being significantly constrained by escalating fuel costs and shortages. Residents report that in Demoso Township, Karenni State, the price of petrol has risen to as high as 10,000 kyats per liter. In some cases, prices exceed this level or fuel becomes completely unavailable. This marks the highest fuel price recorded since the military coup. The fuel crisis has severely disrupted the normal operation of clinics and hospitals and has also impacted WASH services, particularly for communities in urgent need of safe and accessible water.

Photos by : Kantarawaddy Times

Children and young people suffering from skin desease

Children and young people in Somo Preh Soe Leh are suffering from a widespread and severe skin disease and are in urgent need of immediate medical support, as reported by a medic currently working in the area. The critical shortage of medicine has left many civilians, especially children, suffering from this skin disease without any adequate treatment.

Mawchi Bombed Again

On 21 November 2025, at around 9 a.m., the junta carried out three airstrikes in three different locations in the Mawchi area, resulting in the deaths of five men and injuries to several civilians. According to a local resident, “Around 9 a.m., while it was snowing heavily, a jet fighter flew over us and dropped about four bombs.” A humanitarian worker from Jobs for Kayah said, “All five of the deceased are men. The exact number of injured people is still unknown, but some elderly women were among those wounded.” The Mawchi region is an area with no active clashes, yet it continues to suffer repeated airstrikes. More than 30 civilians have already been killed in these attacks.

Intensified Clashes in Eastern Loikaw Force IDPs to Abandon Harvests

Ongoing clashes in the eastern part of Loikaw have intensified, creating additional challenges for displaced families. Many IDPs households are unable to harvest all the paddy they cultivated due to the insecurity and the fighting moved closer to them. According to one resident, he was forced to abandon his paddy field after harvesting only half of it and flee to another location. He still needs to harvest his corn as well, but the ongoing clashes have made it too dangerous for him to return to his fields. He said, “Drones and artillery shells constantly pass above us while we try to harvest the paddy. The sounds of explosions and gunfire are very close, and we hear every day. Even while working in the fields, we never feel safe, and at any moment we may have to run for our lives.” Similar situations have been reported by other families, who fear returning to their fields because of the ongoing clashes, drone attacks, and the constant risk of being caught.

Newly Displaced Families Flee Again, Now Camping in Loikaw

Dozens of internally displaced persons (IDPs) have fled from their previous camp and are now sheltering in makeshift huts around Loikaw, Karenni State. The group arrived about a week ago, setting up temporary shelters with tarpaulins and forest materials in random spots, as they have no specific place to settle. Most families fled quickly amid renewed fighting, leaving behind their belongings and unharvested paddy fields. Living conditions in the new camp are extremely poor — shelters are fragile, the area is muddy, and essential supplies such as food, clean water, and medicine remain scarce.

Humanitarian Relief Reaches in Hpruso IDPs Camp After Years Without Assistance

Dozens of internally displaced persons (IDPs) have fled from their previous camp and are now sheltering in makeshift huts around Loikaw, Karenni State. The group arrived about a week ago, setting up temporary shelters with tarpaulins and forest materials in random spots, as they have no specific place to settle. Most families fled quickly amid renewed fighting, leaving behind their belongings and unharvested paddy fields. Living conditions in the new camp are extremely poor — shelters are fragile, the area is muddy, and essential supplies such as food, clean water, and medicine remain scarce.

CTER delivered emergency food assistance and shelter to IDPs in Karenni State

CTER has delivered emergency food assistance and shelter support to newly arrived internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Karenni State. As the junta’s military offensives continue to intensify across the region, more civilians have been forced to flee their homes, seeking safety in temporary shelters and displacement sites. The growing number of IDPs has resulted in increasing humanitarian needs, including food, hygiene kits, shelter materials, and essential household items.

Father, Mother, and Grandmother Killed by Junta Shelling

On September 11, 2025, at approximately 10:30 p.m., the junta launched artillery strikes in a village in Demoso, killing three civilians; a father, a mother, and a grandmother from the same family and injuring the remaining children. According to reports from the ground, “The artillery strikes hit their house. Who would have thought that three people from the same family would die at the same time? It is so inhumane.” Daily clashes continue between the military junta forces and resistance groups in Demoso, with the junta also continuing to carry out airstrikes, artillery bombardments, and drone attacks targeting civilians.

Heavy Attacks in Demoso Lead to Humanitarian Crisis

Following the military offensives on September 2 in Demoso and Hpruso, thousands of civilians from these villages were forced to flee to nearby IDPs camps, seeking safety from the sudden attacks, and are in urgent need of food and shelter. According to local sources, many left their homes in rush, unable to carry even basic necessities such as rice, cooking oil, salt, or clothes, as the junta launched heavy weapons targeting their villages. Due to artillery and drone attacks by the junta, hundreds of acres of paddy and other agricultural fields have been abandoned. Since fleeing their homes, the affected families have yet to receive any humanitarian assistance, according to a local woman. Daily clashes continue between the military junta forces and resistance groups in Demoso, putting local communities at ongoing risk.