On August 7, a protest march led by the Shwe Yay Kyun Strike Column took place in Yinmabin Township, Sagaing Region, demonstrating against the military dictatorship. Local civilians and revolutionary forces participated in the protest, marching with banners and flags expressing opposition to the military council that seized power.
The Shwe Yay Kyun Strike Column is an active organization in the anti-military dictatorship movement and represents a civilian force fighting for democracy and human rights. This demonstration served as a protest against the military’s various forms of oppression, including violence, arbitrary arrests, forced recruitment into the military, and other forms of persecution. The protesters showed their unified stance against these military council actions that continue to impact civilian lives.
Participants in the protest demanded the complete end of the military dictatorship, the release of political prisoners, and the restoration of justice and freedom. Local residents showed their support for the demonstration, and collectively affirmed their commitment to continue the united struggle until the military dictatorship is completely eliminated. The protest highlighted the ongoing resistance movement in the Sagaing Region, where civilians continue to stand against military rule despite facing severe repression and security risks.
