Overview

• The Ta'ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) has seized control of Kyaukme, a key trade route to China.
• Air and artillery strikes have severely damaged buildings and infrastructure, forcing residents to flee.
• The Beijing-brokered ceasefire between the junta and ethnic groups has collapsed, escalating the conflict.
• Dozens of civilians have been killed, and many more are struggling with scarce resources and rising food prices.
• China remains a major ally to the junta but also maintains ties with ethnic groups near its border.