Bomb (Air Delivered) event in Kayin State, Hpapun Township area, Myanmar on Mon 9th March 2026

9th March 2026

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Two civilians were killed and homes were destroyed by fire after the terrorist military carried out airstrikes on villages in Dwe Lo Township, Hpapun District, Karen State, local residents told Khit Thit Media.

On March 9, at approximately 9:08 AM, the terrorist military dropped a 500-lb bomb on Noe Wee Hta Village in Dwe Lo Township. The attack killed 2 civilians and injured 5 others, including a child. Additionally, three houses were reduced to ashes in the resulting fire.

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Kayin State ( Hpapun Township area )

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