Fighting intensifies as Myanmar junta pushes into former DKBA territory near Myawaddy

The push into southern Myawaddy Township comes as the regime renews claims of a crackdown on scam centres. Fighting has intensified between the junta's forces and resistance groups in the area, which was formerly controlled by the Democratic Karen Buddhist Army (DKBA). The junta appears to be attempting to gain control of these territories. The regime has cited the eradication of scam centres as one of the justifications for its military operations, but many observers view this as a pretext to seize territory from resistance groups. The fighting has become more intense, raising concerns about civilian casualties.