Weekly ReportMay 22, 2023 – May 31, 2023
Weekly Conflict Update — May 22–31, 2023
Civilian Impact
Non-Child Civilians Killed45
Children Killed1
Civilians Arrested329
Houses Burned1,664
Villages Burned19
Military
Military Clashes52
SAC Soldiers Killed293
PDF Fighters Killed19
Military junta operations intensified across central Myanmar and resistance strongholds, characterized by massive arson campaigns in Sagaing and Magway alongside heavy aerial bombardments in Shan and Kayah States. Resistance forces inflicted substantial casualties on SAC troops through coordinated mine attacks and major engagements near military hubs like Pyinoolwin.
Key Events
- On May 24, SAC forces and Pyu Saw Htee militias burned down Taung Hmwar village in Ayadaw, Sagaing, killing six civilians and destroying 150 houses.
- A 10-day battle in eastern Demoso, Kayah State, concluded around May 25 with approximately 40 SAC soldiers killed and a significant cache of weapons seized by resistance forces.
- On May 27, the military launched ten airstrikes in a single morning on Mobye town in Pekon, Shan State, killing a child and damaging a refugee camp.
- Resistance forces reported killing 140 SAC soldiers in a major clash near the military stronghold of Pyinoolwin in Mandalay Region on May 31.
- Prominent writer Wai Hin Aung and his relief team were arrested by the military council in Sittwe, Rakhine State, on May 23 while conducting humanitarian work.
Regions Affected
SagaingMagwayMandalayKarenniTanintharyi
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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