Intense Fighting Continues Near Military Bases in Naungcho Township

September 16, 2024

Intense fighting has been reported near several military bases, including Base 354, Base 902, and the villages of Taungkharm and Makyei in Naungcho Township, Shan State, as confirmed by the TNLA. This morning, around 2:30 AM, clashes occurred at Base 354, followed by additional confrontations near Taungkharm around 11 AM, and later near Makyei at approximately 3:40 PM. Fighting was also reported at Base 902 around 3:45 PM.

Furthermore, in Thipaw, airstrikes were conducted using Y-12 aircraft, which dropped 80 bombs on the Kha Lay 23 military base 13 times. Additionally, one supply aircraft Y-12 delivered weapons to the Khamyar 23 military base. Reports indicate that the military council is reinforcing its forces from the southern Shan State area of Kyaung Ghu, resulting in mutual clashes.