On July 6th morning, the military council conducted an airstrike on an oil refinery near Wa Kone Gyi village in Kyunhla Township, Sagaing Region, resulting in the destruction of oil drums, vehicles, and motorcycles by fire. According to local activists, the attack occurred around 6:30 AM without any ongoing battles or armed conflicts in the area, indicating a deliberate targeting by the military forces.
A representative from the Kyunhla Township activists group reported that while there were no civilian casualties from the attack, the refinery suffered extensive damage with numerous oil drums, transportation vehicles, and motorcycles being destroyed in the ensuing fire. The fire continued to burn for an extended period, and the exact extent of property damage is still being assessed. The attack appears to have been unprovoked, as there were no military engagements in the vicinity at the time of the airstrike.
This military council airstrike has significant implications for the local economy and daily lives of residents in the area. The oil refining industry in Kyunhla, a region known for its oil production, serves as a primary source of livelihood for many local residents. Local observers note that such targeted attacks appear to be deliberately aimed at disrupting the economic activities of civilian populations in the area. The destruction of these facilities not only impacts the immediate business operations but also has broader implications for the local community’s economic sustainability and daily operations.
