Myanmar Military Launches Widespread Airstrikes on Buddha Day, Targeting Monasteries Amid Civilian Evacuation Calls
On April 30th, the auspicious Kason Full Moon Day (Buddha Day), the Myanmar military launched extensive airstrikes across Magway Region, Chin State, and Sagaing Region using jet fighters. Buddhist sites and areas housing displaced persons were targeted, prompting local residents and resistance forces to urge civilians to remain vigilant and prepare bomb shelters.
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