The military regime in Myanmar faced a significant loss as troops stationed in the eastern border town of Myawaddy surrendered to ethnic Karen insurgents after weeks of attacks. The Karen National Union, fighting for self-rule since Myanmar’s independence in 1948, has accepted the surrender of several battalions, showcasing a substantial arsenal of captured weapons. This defeat marks a serious setback for the military junta, which has recently lost control of large areas along the Chinese border and in Rakhine State near Bangladesh. With soldiers killed, surrendered, or defected, the regime has resorted to conscripting the population to make up for losses. The Karen State, close to Yangon and vital for trade with Thailand, has become a hotspot for dissidents fleeing military suppression post-coup. The KNU has collaborated with other insurgent groups, shifting the balance of power in favor of the opposition. Overstretched military forces have responded by launching air strikes, displacing thousands of civilians. The conflict in Karen State continues to escalate, with many civilians fleeing towards the Thai border to escape anticipated air strikes.
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