Myanmar Ethnic Alliance Continues Gains, Despite China-Brokered Ceasefire
A day after Beijing announced the negotiated ceasefire, resistance forces were reported to have seized a key town and border trade zone.
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A day after Beijing announced the negotiated ceasefire, resistance forces were reported to have seized a key town and border trade zone.
A band of young Myanmar resistance fighters hide in a muddy ditch and hook up a stick of dynamite to a slingshot. “Hide, hide. Ignite it. Provide wind protection. Son of a bitch, it’s exploded,” they shout in nervous excitement as it launches.
The Arakan Army’s gains are part of what analysts call a turning point in the country’s nearly 3-year civil war.
Figures indicate losses of $500 million at two border gates since the end of October.
The Three Brotherhood Alliance made the announcement two days after reports that it took part in peace talks with the military administration.