Weekly ReportMay 1, 2023 – May 7, 2023
Weekly Conflict Update — May 1–7, 2023
Civilian Impact
Non-Child Civilians Killed18
Children Killed4
Civilians Arrested176
Houses Burned807
Villages Burned9
Air Strikes4
Military
Military Clashes20
SAC Soldiers Killed186
PDF Fighters Killed12
Other
Prisoners pardoned2,153
Resistance forces inflicted heavy casualties on junta troops in Mandalay and Sagaing regions, while the military continued intensive arson campaigns and airstrikes. A major political prisoner amnesty was announced during a visit by the Chinese Foreign Minister amid continued international pressure.
Key Events
- May 1: SAC forces reportedly killed 70 detained villagers in Hpakan Township, Kachin State, marking one of the week's most severe human rights violations.
- May 3: The military council released 2,153 political prisoners under Section 505 (A) of the Criminal Code, a move overlapping with Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang's visit to Nay Pyi Taw.
- May 6: Intense clashes on the border of Thabeikkyin and Singu townships in Mandalay resulted in at least 37 SAC soldiers killed in a single encounter with PDF forces.
- May 7: A massive arson attack by SAC forces on Lat Thoke Taw village in Myinmu Township destroyed approximately 550 houses.
Regions Affected
SagaingMandalayMagwayKachinChin
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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