Weekly ReportJune 15, 2023 – June 21, 2023

Weekly Conflict Update — June 15–21, 2023

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Civilian Impact

Non-Child Civilians Killed24

Children Killed3

Civilians Arrested180

Houses Burned303

Villages Burned6

Military

Military Clashes51

SAC Soldiers Killed253

PDF Fighters Killed12

Military conflict intensified across multiple regions with significant junta casualties reported in Mon and Sagaing, while SAC forces continued large-scale arson campaigns and mortar attacks against civilian areas. Local resistance remained active with frequent drone strikes and ambushes alongside ongoing public boycotts of the military's election plans.

Key Events

June 15: SAC forces launched an airstrike on a war refugee camp in Moe Byel town, Pekon Township, Shan (South) State.
June 17: Resistance forces in Kalaywa Township, Sagaing, seized a significant quantity of weapons and ammunition and destroyed two junta trucks following a clash.
June 19: Approximately 180 houses were destroyed by SAC forces during an arson attack on Phaya Pyan village in Wetlet Township, Sagaing.
June 21: A PDF drone attack in Kyauk Sit Pone village, Monywa Township, killed over 40 SAC soldiers, including three officers.
June 21: SAC forces raided a KIA administrative office in Hpakant Township, Kachin State, resulting in three civilian deaths and seven injuries.

Regions Affected

SagaingMonShan (Southern)MagwayTanintharyi

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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