A military airstrike on Moegyoe Pin Taung village in Salingyi Township, Sagaing Region, has resulted in civilian casualties, with one woman killed and three others injured. The incident occurred on August 18 at approximately 2:17 PM when a military helicopter from the Northwest Military Command conducted an aerial bombardment of the village. Local sources confirmed that the attack resulted in the death of one female civilian and left three others wounded, while also causing significant damage to civilian infrastructure.
According to detailed reports from the ground, one civilian residence was completely destroyed in the bombing. Among the injured, one man suffered severe trauma resulting in the amputation of his leg, while two others sustained moderate injuries. The deliberate targeting of civilian areas by military forces has caused widespread fear and displacement among local residents, who have been forced to flee to safer locations. Local witnesses describe a pattern of intentional attacks on civilian settlements, creating an atmosphere of terror and insecurity in the region.
This attack follows a series of similar incidents in the area, including three separate airstrikes on villages in eastern Salingyi Township on August 3, which forced local residents to evacuate their homes and seek shelter elsewhere. Human rights observers have documented systematic violations by military forces in the Sagaing Region, including airstrikes on civilian targets, deliberate destruction of property through arson, and various human rights abuses. These actions are part of a broader pattern of military operations that have significantly impacted civilian populations in the region, leading to widespread displacement and humanitarian concerns.
