Myawaddy
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News
Military clashes with Karen forces while advancing near Thailand-Myanmar border
While junta forces have been regaining ground in Karen State, anti-junta forces said they were still fending off assaults on the newly developed town of Lay Kay Kaw and still controlled the road between Myawaddy and Waw Lay Myaing
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Myanmar
Myanmar regime struggles to strengthen its position in Myawaddy
Six months after it lost and regained control over the town on the Thai-Myanmar border, the military continues to face devastating attacks from resistance forces
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News
Junta-allied Karen border guard force holds prayer ceremony for alleged scam kingpin
Gathering monks and locals for the ritual, BGF chief Col. Saw Chit Thu prayed for the good health of a Chinese-Cambodian businessman accused of launching international criminal operations in Karen State and elsewhere
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In-Depth
Thousands flee Myawaddy fighting only to be stranded along Myanmar-Thai border
Unable to return home due to widespread destruction and continued military tension, internally displaced persons shelter along the river separating the two countries
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Analysis
What was behind the KNLA’s withdrawal from Myawaddy?
The unexpected move reflects the complicated situation on the ground in Karen State, where doubts linger about where some groups stand in the conflict