Revolutionary forces successfully intercepted and attacked a military council column of over 200 troops that entered the Aye Lay Island area on the eastern bank of the Chindwin River in Yeesagyo Township, Magway Region. The operation resulted in the death of 9 military council soldiers including a captain, while 9 others were captured alive. The battle, which began around 8 AM on February 26, led to significant losses for the military council forces, including the seizure of various weapons and ammunition, notably a 60mm mortar, one RPG-7, and several small arms and ammunition.
The battle involved coordinated efforts from multiple revolutionary forces including the Myingyan Black Tiger (MBT), Myaung Coalition Forces, Royal Brother Defense Force (RBDF), Thway Thauk Forces, Yeesagyo Township PDF, Myanmar Special PDF, and other allied forces. During the engagement, more than 20 military council troops were wounded and required hospital treatment. On the revolutionary forces’ side, two members of the Myingyan Black Tiger force and two others sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The military council forces, unable to maintain their position on the ground, attempted to support their troops with jet fighter and Mi-35 helicopter gunship strikes but were ultimately forced to retreat in the face of effective resistance from the revolutionary forces.
Currently, the military council has established a strong presence on the sandbank east of the Nyein Zar Nay camp in Yeesagyo town, with revolutionary forces remaining vigilant for potential further attacks. The revolutionary groups have praised the coordinated effort and courage displayed during the operation, highlighting the successful collaboration between allied forces. The Myingyan Black Tiger force specifically commended the determination and bravery of all participating revolutionary groups, noting that their unity was crucial to the operation’s success. The military council’s continued presence in the area suggests the possibility of further confrontations, with revolutionary forces maintaining their defensive positions and readiness for potential engagement.
