A clash between the military council forces and the Bo Karing resistance group occurred in Ran Pho village, Tanintharyi Township, Tanintharyi Region, resulting in casualties on the military side. The engagement took place around 1:05 PM on August 7, when the Bo Karing forces launched an attack on military troops stationed in Ran Pho village. Although the battle lasted only approximately 15 minutes, it resulted in three military casualties while the resistance fighters were able to withdraw successfully without any injuries.
During the confrontation, the military council forces responded with heavy weapons fire, which resulted in injuries to three civilians in the area. Among the injured civilians, one person’s condition is reported to be critical. A representative from the Bo Karing force explained that this operation was conducted in response to the military council’s activities in the region. The military’s indiscriminate use of heavy weapons in populated areas has raised serious concerns about civilian safety.
Ran Pho village is a strategically important location within Tanintharyi Township where the military council has maintained a significant presence. Local residents have been living under military oppression and face constant risks from artillery fire and other military operations. According to statements from the Bo Karing force, they will continue their resistance operations to protect the security and well-being of local civilians. The situation in the area remains tense as local residents continue to face challenges related to their safety and security under military occupation. The resistance forces have emphasized their commitment to defending civilian populations while maintaining their strategic operations against military targets in the region.
