An official from the Khin-U Township True News and Information Team stated that, initial reports indicated nearly 8,000 residents have fled to safety as a result of two columns of Military Council troops engaging in military operations within Khin-U Township, Shwebo District. The news team official commented to NMG, "Arriving in our township yesterday from the Shwebo military
After a year in which regime troops continue to terrorize the civilian population, The Irrawaddy has listed 10 of the worst examples of junta bloodshed.
An estimated 7,000 local residents have reportedly fled their homes since 17 November due to Military Council troops launching an offensive to the western part of Khin-U Township, Sagaing region.
The victims were killed in Sagaing Region, where the military regime is reportedly pursuing a ‘Kill All, Torch All’ policy to crush resistance in the area.