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Myanmar accuses KIA and PDF of attacking civilian aircraft
Monday, February 23, 2026
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YANGON: The KIA and PDF, labeled as terrorist groups by Myanmar’s government, launched a coordinated drone strike on a civilian passenger plane at Myitkyina Airport on Friday.
Security forces rushed to evacuate passengers and crew, swiftly moving them to safety, according to Myanmar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The targeted aircraft was set to fly from Mandalay to Myitkyina.
“Due to the malicious attack targeting innocent civilians, passengers and crew experienced...
Myanmar official expresses frustration over Foreign Minister comments
Friday, January 30, 2026
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YANGON: A Myanmar official voiced frustration over Japan's claim that the recent elections might fuel division and hinder peaceful progress. He also questioned why Japan, once a close ally, now appears to align with Western and some Asian countries in shaping policies toward Myanmar.
“The people of Myanmar have not made sufficient efforts toward political progress or engaged in genuine talks with all parties, as Japan and the international community have called for many ...
Myanmar “collaborates” with the UN on repatriating the so-called Rohingya
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
 A camp in Rakhine
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YANGON: As the International Court of Justice opens its final hearings on Gambia’s case over Myanmar’s treatment of the so-called “Rohingya” population, Myanmar’s Foreign Ministry responded Tuesday with a statement highlighting its ongoing work with United Nations organizations.
“Myanmar has held discussions with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees on matters relating to the repatriation of displaced persons from Rakhine State, including cooperation...
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