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Two tourists, guide injured by landmine in Shan State
The incident occurred in an area where rival ethnic armed groups engaged in major clashes earlier this year.
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Govt extends olive branch to TNLA
Naypyidaw has extended an olive branch to the Ta-ang National Liberation Army (TNLA), inviting the armed rebels to sign a separate bilateral ceasefire.
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Martial law extended in Kokang region
The Burmese government announced on Tuesday a third extension of the State of Emergency and martial law in the Kokang Self-Administered Region.
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At least two killed in TNLA gunfight
A gunfight between the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) and a government-backed militia took place in northern Shan State late last week.
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700 army casualties in resurgent Kokang hostilities, says MNDAA
A new surge in fighting has been observed between government forces and Kokang troops close to the China-Burma border, according to a Kokang spokesperson.
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Two dead, children injured in Palaung clashes, say NGOs
NGOs say that villagers have been displaced and fatalities suffered amid alleged attacks from the Burma army.
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Palaung army complains of Tatmadaw intimidation
Military tactics by the Burmese army, rather than attempts at negotiation, are ongoing say TNLA.
Thein Sein lauds ‘new political culture’ in Burma
Burmese president calls for inclusiveness from all political parties in the lead up to the 2015 general elections
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Fatal shooting sparks fear of conflict in Kutkai
The family of a teenager who was shot in Kutkai Township, Shan State, in July blames the Burmese Army for his death and is demanding an investigation.
