According to local sources, at least 20 civilians, including children, were killed when the military junta conducted two separate airstrikes on Nam Kham village in Wuntho Township, Sagaing Region. The attacks occurred on April 9, 2024, with the first strike being carried out by fighter jets around 3 PM. The military forces launched a second aerial attack at approximately 6 PM the same day, resulting in significant casualties and destruction in the village.
Nam Kham village, also known as Gyoe Taung Nam Kham, is a civilian settlement that came under deliberate attack from military forces. Initial reports confirm that more than 20 civilians lost their lives in these attacks, though the exact death toll is still being verified. Local sources emphasize that the intentional targeting of civilian areas, particularly resulting in the deaths of children, constitutes a war crime. The authorities are currently compiling detailed lists of the injured and deceased, with concerns that the casualty figures may rise further.
The devastating attacks have caused extensive damage to the village and its residents, with local witnesses reporting significant destruction of civilian infrastructure and properties. The military’s use of airpower against civilian targets represents a serious escalation in the ongoing conflict, with humanitarian organizations and local groups working to document the extent of the casualties and damage. The incident has highlighted the continuing pattern of violence against civilian populations by the military forces, particularly in regions where resistance to military rule remains strong.
