A military column was attacked with mines in Gyobingauk Township, Bago Region, resulting in three soldiers’ deaths and seven injuries, according to a responsible official from the Thayarwaddy District PDF. The incident occurred around 5 AM on March 8, when Battalion 3802, Unit 6 Black Dragon GBK-PDF members ambushed a military column of approximately 50 personnel who were advancing through farmlands near Yonechaung village. The attack took place along the communication route between Uyin Gyi and Yonechaung.
Following the attack, the military forces forcibly took civilians from Yonechaung village as human shields to carry their dead and wounded soldiers. The military column had advanced from their Alaykon camp through the farmlands of Yonechaung village before retreating toward Yonechaung after the attack. The exact number of civilians detained remains unknown, and investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of civilian arrests. The military’s use of local residents as human shields and porters has been a recurring tactic in their operations.
The Thayarwaddy District PDF has issued warnings to civilians to remain vigilant of military movements and avoid areas where military personnel are present. The announcement emphasized the continued risk of civilians being used as human shields and forced porters by the military forces. Battalion 3802, Unit 6 Black Dragon GBK-PDF has declared their commitment to continue launching strong offensive operations against the military forces, while urging civilians to prioritize their safety by staying away from military positions and movements in the area.
