reader Posted 16 hours ago Posted 16 hours ago From Pattaya News The Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA) and allies launched a joint assault on Myanmar’s strategic Mapali base in Bilin, Mon State, on February 1st. The attack lasted just 30 minutes before Myanmar troops reportedly surrendered. KNLA forces captured 29 Myanmar soldiers and seized a large cache of weapons, including an M109 howitzer with ammunition. At least 40 Myanmar soldiers were killed in the battle. According to sources from the KNLA, the assault involved mortar fire and continuous drone strikes, forcing Myanmar troops into retreat. Many reportedly surrendered without resistance due to a lack of reinforcements from the Southeast Regional Command. Karen National Union (KNU) officials confirmed that captured soldiers were being held under humane conditions, and being provided with food and water. Karen forces have gained control over multiple Myanmar military positions, particularly in Karen State. Myanmar has been embroiled in civil war for years now between the military junta and multiple ethnic groups. https://thepattayanews.com/2025/02/04/karen-forces-capture-key-myanmar-military-base-in-mon-state/ TMax 1 Quote
colom-bien Posted 16 hours ago Posted 16 hours ago It's all so terrible, but I hope the KNLA wins out in the end. reader 1 Quote
