Myanmar’s eastern border region has seen fierce fighting between rebels and the country’s military. The fighting began when Karen rebels attacked an army outpost. News: Al Jazeera.
Fighting broke out between the two sides in an area controlled by rebel Karen Army on Tuesday morning. The Karen National Union (KNU) claimed they had taken control of the army outpost.
Fighting has been raging in various parts of Myanmar since the February 1 military coup. But it is one of the most intense battles.
Where this fight is taking place is very close to Thailand. According to Thai villagers, the shelling started in the morning.
KNU forces occupied the border post between 5am and 6am local time. It has been seized and burnt.
According to Thai villagers who have been in contact with the troops at the base in Myanmar, KNU forces have been besieging the base for the past few weeks. There was not enough food. Clashes with KNU forces have erupted in various parts of the border region since Myanmar’s military seized power.
