People’s Defense Force (PDF) units launched attacks on military camps in Mya Kan Thar and Thayet Kine villages in Pyigyidagun Township, Mandalay Region, successfully capturing one camp while intense fighting continues at another location. According to revolutionary sources, the offensive began around 5 AM on July 20, with PDF forces completely seizing control of the military outpost in Thayet Kine village. The military suffered significant casualties during the operation, with reports indicating they were unable to evacuate their wounded personnel from the battlefield.
Heavy fighting continues at the military camp in Mya Kan Thar village as PDF forces work to secure complete control of the position. In response to these attacks, soldiers from the military council’s Htee Taw Moe base in Pyigyidagun Township have deployed to Sarka Taung and Dahatta villages, establishing defensive positions with heavy weapons. The ongoing conflict has forced many local residents to flee their homes, while others remain trapped within their villages due to the fighting. The military’s defensive preparations and continued operations have created significant humanitarian concerns for civilians in the area.
Additionally, separate clashes erupted around 8 AM the same day at mile marker 318 on the Yangon-Mandalay expressway, resulting in a temporary closure of the highway for approximately one hour, according to travelers in the area. This incident involved an attack on a guard post, leading to exchanges of fire between opposing forces. The situation has since returned to normal, though the series of attacks highlights the increasingly unstable security situation in the region. These ongoing military engagements have raised concerns about potential further deterioration of local security conditions and their impact on civilians’ daily lives, as noted by observers monitoring the situation.
