Thursday, November 19, 2015

Burma-Myanmar: Army offensive continues against Kachin Independence Army (KIA) in Kachin State

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Burma’s Armed Forces continued their offensive on Kachin Independence Army (KIA) positions in Kachin State’s Mohnyin Township on Thursday, firing artillery rounds since 7 am, according to locals.

KIA spokesperson La Nan told The Irrawaddy earlier this week that Kachin forces had already abandoned three bases in the township since Saturday, after “intense” attacks launched by government troops who utilized a jet fighter, helicopter gunships and ground artillery.

Information Minister Ye Htut told The Irrawaddy on Thursday the government had no plans to call on the Burma Army to cease its offensive operations in Mohnyin, citing the need to protect public security in the area.

He said the KIA’s 8th brigade had only been based in Mohnyin for around 12 months.

The News:
http://www.irrawaddy … in-kachin-state.html

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