The military-backed government in the country has regained control of two towns near its borders with India and Thailand, marking a significant advance in the civil war.
military-backed government says it has regained control of two towns near the country’s borders with India and Thailand, marking a significant advance in the civil war as it seeks to reassert control of regions long held by resistance forces.
A report in the state-run Myanma Alinn newspaper on Thursday said Tonzang, near the border with India, was captured by the army on Wednesday after 10 days of operations to retake it. The paper published photos of soldiers who recaptured the town in front of the township’s administrative office and other departments.
That report came a day after Myanma Alinn reported that the army on Tuesday retook control of Mawtaung, a strategically important border town for trade with Thailand, after a two-week operation. The army’s recapture of Tonzang in northwestern Chin state and Mawtaung in the southern Tanintharyi region come as the armyin 2021.
After peaceful demonstrations were put down with lethal force, many opponents of military rule took up arms, and many parts of the country are now enmeshed in civil war. Tonzang, about 25 kilometers east of the Indian border, had since May 2024 been under the control of the allied Chin ethnic militias and local resistance forces.
Mawtaung, about 630 kilometers southeast of Yangon, the country’s largest city, has been under the control of the Karen National Union and other local resistance groups. After more than 207 armed engagements, the bodies of 24 members of the KNU and its allies were recovered and their ammunition supplies were captured, the newspaper report said, adding that some members of the security forces were also killed.
Restrictions on reporting make independent confirmation of the recaptures of the towns virtually impossible, though the army’s claim has not been challenged. Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
Parking plan, first residents, and retail timeline take shape at Pearl Square downtownGeorgia Primary: Voters head to polls as key governor, Senate races take shapeBrendan black giving back to the local Boys and Girls clubs. 🤝🤝Meteorologist Katie Garner talks current drought, weekend rain chances, elevated fire riskOrlando bicyclist recovering after getting hit by truck during IRONMAN JacksonvilleTrinity Christian will play for a baseball state championship.
Burroughs Brothers Host Elite Football CampAthletes and the city put on excellent show in first Ironman Jacksonville event
Military-Backed Government Civil War Regained Control Tonzang Mawtaung
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Labour Council Gloats Over Rejecting Housing Project Backed by ComediansA gloating Labour council has rejoiced after plans to build 800 new homes in Peckham were rejected following a 'NIMBY campaign' backed by comedians Nish Kumar and James Acaster. The project proved controversial when the developers lowered the proportion of affordable houses from 35% to 12% in December 2024. The cemetery controversy ensues as the comedy duo also performed at a comedy show to raise funds against the project, led by the Aylesham Community Action.
Read more »
5 Science-Backed Superfoods For Gut HealthStrengthen your gut and overall health with these nutrient-dense foods.
Read more »
Thomas Massie vs. Trump-backed Ed Gallrein: Final polls and oddsOne of the most conservative members of Congress could lose his primary to a Trump-backed primary challenger on Tuesday.
Read more »
Myanmar military recaptures 2 strategic border towns from ethnic militiasMyanmar’s military-backed government says it has regained control of two towns near the country’s borders with India and Thailand.
Read more »