A military airstrike on Mimma village in Palaw Township, Tanintharyi Region, on the morning of July 19 resulted in the death of a child and left numerous civilians injured, according to an official from Myeik District Battalion No. 1. The aerial attack occurred around 10:30 AM when a fighter jet from the Myeik Air Force Base conducted the bombing raid on the village.
The airstrike resulted in the immediate death of one child, with many others sustaining injuries. Officials report that some of the injured are in critical condition, suggesting the death toll could rise. Rescue operations are currently underway at full capacity as emergency responders work to provide medical treatment to the wounded. The attack has also caused significant damage to civilian infrastructure, with three houses being destroyed in the bombardment.
Local residents report that these airstrikes appear to be deliberately targeting civilian populations, and the military’s violent actions continue to disrupt daily life in the region. Rescue teams are continuing their efforts to assist the injured and provide necessary aid to those affected by the attack. The incident has caused widespread fear and concern among the local population, who are already struggling with the ongoing violence in the region. Emergency response teams are working to provide immediate assistance and support to those impacted by this latest act of military aggression against civilian targets.
