Myanmar Military Airstrike Kills Over 40 Civilians in Rakhine Village

The attack on Kyauk Ni Maw village destroyed 500 homes, with children among the casualties, as the junta intensifies its campaign against ethnic groups.

A Myanmar military airstrike targeted Kyauk Ni Maw village in Rakhine state, killing at least 40 civilians and injuring over 20 others on January 8, 2025.
The bombing sparked a massive fire that destroyed more than 500 homes, leaving survivors in urgent need of medical aid and supplies.
The village, controlled by the Arakan Army, an ethnic militia seeking autonomy, was reportedly attacked without prior fighting in the area.
Humanitarian groups and opposition leaders have condemned the airstrike as a war crime, citing the deliberate targeting of civilians, including women and children.
This incident is part of a broader escalation of violence since the 2021 military coup, with the junta frequently using airstrikes against ethnic minorities and pro-democracy groups.