Weekly ReportApril 15, 2023 – April 21, 2023
Weekly Conflict Update — April 15–21, 2023
Civilian Impact
Non-Child Civilians Killed6
Children Killed3
Civilians Arrested160
Houses Burned1,539
Villages Burned5
Air Strikes7
Military
Military Clashes20
SAC Soldiers Killed136
PDF Fighters Killed17
This week was marked by intense junta airstrikes and a massive spike in civilian arrests, alongside continued large-scale arson campaigns primarily targeting Sagaing and Kachin. Despite the violence, local populations maintained widespread boycotts of the military council's proposed elections across multiple regions.
Key Events
- On April 20, junta jets launched an airstrike on Pazigyi village in Kantbulu Township, Sagaing Region, killing two civilians and burning down 100 houses.
- On April 21, over 100 civilians were arrested by SAC forces from Ma Dal Yan village in Hpakan Township, Kachin State.
- A major battle in Demoso Township, Kayah State, on April 21 resulted in over 40 junta fatalities, including a ranking major, and the seizure of weapons by PDF forces.
- On April 16, a junta airstrike on Pan Par village in Mindat Township, Chin State, killed two children and one civilian while destroying nine homes.
- Reports on April 17 indicated that 70,000 barrels of Russian oil are being offloaded daily at Kyaukphyu and transported to China via pipeline, highlighting strategic economic activity despite the conflict.
Regions Affected
SagaingKachinKarenniMagwayChin
Note on statistics: The figures and events presented are drawn from published accounts in local media, reports and research by our network. Figures are cross-checked from local sources wherever possible, however due to challenges of reporting in conflict zones, discrepancies may result. In general, our team of researchers believe actual numbers are likely higher than we report.
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