The continuing hostilities, which began on 19 January in Sumprabum township, Putao District, in northernmost Kachin State, have included numerous rounds of mortar fire and artillery.
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Couple killed in KIA-Burmese army clash
Three local residents were killed and five others injured in Mansi Township, where fighting erupted between government forces and the KIA on Wednesday.
Rain dampens relief efforts as fighting continues in northern Burma
Refugees are in dire need of adequate shelter in particular, said the Action Times Foundation, as continuing battles are waged between the government and rebel groups.
Kachin refugees told to go home despite conflict
Hundreds of displaced persons in Kachin State, northern Burma, are under pressure by the Burmese army to go home despite the ongoing conflict in the area, according to aid workers.
Aid shortage hits Kachin refugees
Hundreds of displaced villagers who fled their homes in Mansi amidst escalating violence in Kachin State late last week are now facing an extreme shortage of provisions and adequate accommodation,…
Humanitarian crisis looms as Kachin conflict intensifies
Kachinland News reports that the Burmese army has intensified assaults on Kachin rebel positions in Momauk Township.