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SITUATION OVERVIEW
Point of view
""Our enemy will pay a price the type of which it has never known... We are in a war and we will win it"."
Prime Minister
Israel
... owing to retaliate after Hamas declared war as Israeli's army confirmed fighting with militants in several Israeli towns and military bases near Gaza.
Point of view
"This is the day of the greatest battle to end the last occupation on earth.... Enough is enough. Today the people are regaining their revolution"
Supreme Military Commander
Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas
... in the recorded message announcing the start of the operation broadcasted on Hamas media . He said the morning attack on 7 October 2023 was only the start of what he called “Operation Al-Aqsa Storm” and called on Palestinians from east Jerusalem to northern Israel to join the fight..
Point of view
"Palestinian people have the rights to defend themselves in facing the terrorism posed by settlers and the Israeli occupation forces."
President
Palestine
... said during an emergency leadership meeting he chaired on Saturday that included several Palestinian civilian and security officials.
The Palestinian President stressed, during the meeting, the importance of providing the protection for Palestinian people and directed them to provide everything essential to enhance their resilience and steadfastness in the face of the crimes perpetrated by the Israeli occupation forces and the settlers' gangs.
Point of view
"Over the coming days the Department of Defense will work to ensure that Israel has what it needs to defend itself and protect civilians from indiscriminate violence and terrorism.
We will remain in close contact with our Israeli partners. The United States supports Israel's right to defend itself"
Defense Secretary
United States
... says he is "closely monitoring" the escalating situation in Israel after Hamas militants launched a rocket attack on the Gaza Strip.
Point of view
"It is a renewed confirmation that the will of the Palestinian people and the rifle of the resistance is the only choice in confronting aggression and occupation.
It sends a message to the Arab and Islamic world, and the international community as a whole, especially those seeking normalization with this enemy, that the Palestinian cause is an everlasting one, alive until victory and liberation.
We call on the peoples of our Arab and Islamic nation, and the free people around the world, to declare their support and backing for the Palestinian people and the Resistance movements, affirming their unity in blood, word, and action."
Hezbollah
... congratulates the resisting Palestinian people and the heroic fighters of the Palestinian factions, especially our dear brothers in the Al-Qassam Brigades and the Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas, for the wide-ranging and divinely supported heroic operation, promising complete victory.
Point of view
"The Council affirmed the right of the Palestinian people and the resistance factions to combat the occupying enemy by all legitimate and possible means.
It reiterated his support for all options taken by the Palestinian resistance leadership to deter the Zionist enemy."
Houthi's Supreme Political Council
... also affirmed its principled and religious position in supporting the Palestinian people until complete victory... calling on the Arab and Islamic countries to take positions in supporting Palestinians and their resistance fighters, support them with money, weapons, and boycott American and Israeli goods.
Point of view
"We congratulate the Palestinian fighters. We will stand by the Palestinian fighters until the liberation of Palestine and Jerusalem"
Yahya Rahim Safavi
Adviser to Ali Khamenei and former Chief Commander of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
Iran
... expressed “deep concern” on developments in Gaza and called on “all parties” to halt the escalations and “exercise utmost restraint”.
Point of view
"The Ministry of Foreign Affairs holds Israel alone responsible for the ongoing escalation due to its ongoing violations of the rights of the Palestinian people, the latest of which is the repeated raids on the blessed Al-Aqsa Mosque under the protection of the Israeli police."
... expressed “deep concern” on developments in Gaza and called on “all parties” to halt the escalations and “exercise utmost restraint”.
Point of view
"Saudi Arabia had issued repeated warnings of a possible escalation in light of "the ongoing occupation and the deprivation of the Palestinian people of their legitimate rights, as well as the repeated deliberate provocations against their sanctities."
Saudi Arabia Foreign Ministry
... calls for "an immediate cessation of the escalation" between both sides and "the protection of civilians".
Point of view
"We call on the Palestinian and Israeli sides to immediately ceasefire, renounce violence, show the necessary restraint. The long-lasting conflict between Israel and Palestine cannot be solved by force, but only by diplomatic means
Moscow was standing by its position in favor of negotiations for the creation of an independent Palestinian state within the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, living in peace and security with Israel."
Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman
Russia
... called the parties to set up "a negotiation process aimed at establishing a comprehensive, lasting and long-awaited peace" with the help of the international community.
Point of view
"Deeply shocked by the news of terrorist attacks in Israel. Our thoughts and prayers are with the innocent victims and their families. We stand in solidarity with Israel at this difficult hour"
Prime Minister
India
... said in a post on X.
LATEST ON ISRAEL-PALESTINE
2 bombs exploded near Tamwe Market, Yangon
Thet Hnin@ThetHnin091#Tamwe Township,2 bombs exploded near Tamwe Market around 3:20 pm today and smoke billowed.There have been reports of casualties in the recent bombings, but has not been able to confirm this. (#Myanmar security forces) #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June18Coup
A Toyota Vitz taxi exploded on the 155th street in Tamwe Township, Yangon
Thet Hnin@ThetHnin091 Tw // Graphic #Yangon Division, #Tamwe Township ,A Toyota Vitz taxi bomb exploded at around 3:30 pm on June 18 at the top of 155th Street, killing at least one person.(#Myanmar security forces) #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar
Explosion near the “Welcome Bridge” in Hpapun Township, Kayin State
K Sharing From Myanmar@kk_20kms There was a huge bomb explosion blown up near the Welcome Bridge in Hpapun Tsp, Kayin State today. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June18Coup
Explosion near Mingalar Bridge beside Htin Shi Chang School in Eastern Mogok, Pyin Oo Lwin district, Mandalay
Mary.Aung@MaryMyanmar A bomb blast occurred near Mingalar Bridge beside Htin Shi Chan School in the eastern Mogok last night during the curfew time. #June18Coup#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar
[ Myanmar Now ] Anti-regime group bombs condo project linked to junta cabinet member
A high-end condominium project owned by the family of a junta cabinet member was bombed on Thursday morning, in the latest of a series of attacks on pro-regime targets. The construction site of the 68 Residence luxury condominium project in Yangon’s Bahan Township was hit by an explosion at around 5am on Thursday, sources said.…
[ The Irrawaddy ] Myanmar Military Truck With Soldiers on Board Blown Up in Yangon
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[ The Irrawaddy ] Time Is Right for India to Step In and Help Solve Myanmar Crisis
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Explosion reported at a bridge connecting Daw Se-Nang Hu and Daw Ko Lo Khu in Demoso township, Kayah State – 1 villager killed
Shwe Yee Phoo@ShweYee48072826 Tw // death These was a bomb blast at a crossroads bridge that connects Daw Se-Nang Hu and Daw Ka Lo Khu villages in Demoso twp on June 18 around 2pm, resulting a NangHu villager dead. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June18Coup11:05 PM · Jun 18, 2021·Tw
Military forces pillaged Kyun Gyi village near Monywa, Sagaing
We Support NUG@sjh_sone At around 5:45 am ,Junta terrorists anarchically ransacked homes in KYUNGYI Village near Monywa_Amyint road Monywa. In addition, civilians properties were also looted. #June18Coup#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar
Explosion reportedly occurred at Administration Office in South Dagon
Daniel@Daniel78037553Explosion occurred at Administration Office in South Dagon at around 8:55pm tonight. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June18Coup
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[ Myanmar Now ]Armed USDP supporters destroy homes of pro-NLD villagers in Kanbalu
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[ Radio Free Asia ] More Than 10,000 Displaced by Renewed Fighting in Myanmar’s Battle-Ravaged Chin State
More than 10,000 people have fled their homes in Myanmar’s Chin state amid renewed fighting between junta troops and anti-coup militias in the region, according to sources, who reported casualties from clashes on Tuesday. A refugee told RFA that thousands had fled Mindat township to the surrounding mountains and jungle to escape the fighting, which resumed…
Explosion near Pa-O National Organisation (PNO) Office in Taunggyi
Eleanor@Uniquenectar There was a bomb blast incidence near PNO office in Taunggyi today. These days there are alot of bomb blast attack in Taunggyi and SAC propagate them to accuse the innocent locals from Myanmar. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June16Coup
Ward admin of Hlaing Tharyar township, Yangon shot. Military forces set up road blocks to check passerbys and cars in the township in reaction
Zin Nwai Phyu@zin_n_zin HlaingTharYar After Ward Admin of #HlaingTharyar tsp was shot dead this morning, SAC thugs checked the by passers and cars now in most places in #HlaingTharYar tsp now. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June16Coup#UnfetteredAccessForAids
Military forces allegedly tossed grenades and fired into a school in Myitkyina, Kachin State
Moe Myint Maw@MoeMyintMaw10 At BEHS 11, Myitkyina, Kachin state, SAC terrorists blew up three hand grenades and opened three gunfire at 12:45pm today. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June16Coup#UnfetteredAccessForAids
Artillery shelling by the military reported in Loi Kan, Shan State; villagers evacuated to Kutkai township’s refugee camp in Pangku
Lin Lett Thu@xxlltzz Following continuous heavy artillery firing by SAC terrorist forces, more than 120 Loi Kan villagers & 48 houses have fled to the Pangku IDPs camp in Kutkai Township. #UnfetteredAccessForAids#June16Coup#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar
The military is reported to be recruiting 20 people (between 18 to 35 years old) per village to enlist to form local militia in Wakema, Ayayarwady. Enlisted men reportedly will be provided with one week military training.
hninwaithin@Hninwaithin95 Wakema, Ayeyarwady: SAC’s been demanding 20 people per village to enlist in their terrorist group. This is alarming as SAC might use them as Human Shields or forced them to kill fellow civilians for Junta’s benefit. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June16Coup Ro Nay San Lwin@nslwin WAKEMA, Ayeyarwady Region: SAC Terrorist Group has recruited 20 people (between 18 to…
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[ News18 ] Chief minister of Myanmar’s Chin state, Salai Lian Luai, among 9,247 people taking refuge in Champhai, Mizoram, India
The chief minister of Myanmar’s Chin state, Salai Lian Luai, is among 9,247 people who have taken refuge in Mizoram following a military coup in the neighbouring country in February, a senior police officer said on Tuesday. Chin, a state in Western Myanmar, shares its Western border with Mizoram. “The Chin state chief minister crossed…
[ Reuters ] Myanmar militia group halts attacks on troops; Suu Kyi ‘confident’ in court
A militia group in Myanmar’s conflict-torn Kayah State announced a halt to attacks on military targets on Tuesday, after appeals from local communities to cease fighting that had damaged homes and displaced more than 100,000 people. The Karenni National Defence Force (KNDF), one of the largest of several civilian militias formed in recent weeks to…
Karreni army confirmed to have fought in the battle between Myanmar military and the Karreni PDF in Demoso on Jun 11
AMee@MayZawHtoo2 The funeral of Karenni army’s Lt. Col. Shaw Reh (B) Shaw Phe, killed during a clash between Myanmar’s military junta and the Karenni People’s Defence Force in Demoso, Kayah, on Jun 11, was held today (June 14) in the KNPP-controlled area. Photo: KnIC #WhatsHappengingInMyanmar
Artillery shelling reportedly around Hapkant township
Thet Hnin@ThetHnin091 At around 6 PM, Hpakant Township, #LoneKhin Village Tract; It is reported that heavy artillery shelling was heard in #Kansei village.(#Myanmar security forces). #WhatsHappeninglnMyanmar#June15Coup
2 x Hind attack helicopters spotted in Shwegu township, Kachin (June 14)
Sandra@Sandra96792067 Attention At around 12 PM noon, Two military planes were flying in #Shwegu township, #Kachin state today.(#Myanmar security forces). #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June14Coup#MilkTeaAlliance
SAC Soldiers spotted forcing refugees to return to their home in Demoso and near by towns
Wutt Yee Mon – Save Myanmar @wuttyeemon32#HelpKayah @FreeBurmaRangrs said SAC Terrorists’ve been forcing War Refugees to go back homes at Demoso & other towns. Irony that it’s them who destroyed the villages and religious places and killing whoever on sight. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June15Coup
Fighting between local PDF forces and military forces broke out in the forests near Thantlang; 100 villagers crossed the border into India for refuge
kha_kha@Kha_kha744 As the terrorists (#Myanmar security forces) advances into the forests near Thantlang and shoot at IDPs shelters and raid villages, clash broke out with local people defense force and about 100 villagers cross border into #India for safety #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June15Coup
“80” insurgents attacked a government vehicle killing 3 village administrators in Gangaw, Magway
Sk Boz@skkboz Gangaw Myanmar – 80 armed insurgents blocked road with tree branches, and stop a govt vehicle, set in on fire and shoot 3 village administrators. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar
Military forces attack Thantlang Township; allegedly shooting anyone in sight; all 13 villages evacuating
kha_kha@Kha_kha744 13 whole villages in Thantlang township had to move to safety as #Myanmar junta’s troops advanced search into the woods and villages, and shoot at every one they sees #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June14Coup#ASEANrejectSAC
Military conducted airstrike and ground assault on MinTath village
Kyaw Sagawa@sagawa_kyaw @POTUS Humanitarian Crisis… The Myanmar Millitary Terrorist airstrike to the MinTath village. The villagers’, children had to run into the forest. Some villagers which the military Terrorist captured and the shoot them down. Presently it is raining now. Please see the photo.
SAC Forces (Military Junta) attacked and pillaged Taung Dwin Chaung Village, Mingin, Sagaing Region
Ro Nay San Lwin@nslwin MINGIN, Sagaing Region: SAC Terrorists destroyed the houses, properties and looted cash in Taung Dwin Chaung village. They looted at least 4.2 million Kyats from 7 houses including Pagoda money. A motorcycle 7 a rice mill destroyed. 4 were beaten & robbed. #June15Coup
KinMa village, Pauk Township, Magway, attacked and burned by SAC forces; villagers displaced
Burmese@Myanmar@BurmeseMyanmar1 Pauk Tsp, Magway: SAC Terrorists committed arson attack to the whole village of KinMa right after firing indiscriminate gunshots. Villagers are currently being displaced. Many villages are being attacked recently. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June15Coup Min Soe@MinSoeminbu6 @TostevinM kin Ma Village , Pauk Township , was destroyed in an arson attack orchestrated by Myanmar Military terrorists !
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[ CNA ] Myanmar junta accuses ethnic armies over bombings
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Defunct Rohingya Solidarity Organisation (RSO) reappeared on social media to pledge fight against the Military regime
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Bomb blast reported near Myanmar Economic Corporation, Ahlone Township, Yangon
HONEY@Swdo10 There was reportedly a huge bomb blast near Myanmar Economic Ahlone today, leaving everyone suspected the culprit must be SAC terrorists. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June11Coup#HelpKayah
Grenade attack on NLD office in Chan Myatharsi Township
Save Myanmar@NuPyae Terrorists destroyed the faces & signs of the NLD Divisional Office on 62nd Street in #Mandalay last night. They also allegedly used 2 frag bombs to blow up the NLD office in ChanMyaTharSi Tsp. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June14Coup#EndSexualViolence
NLD Divisional Office in 62nd Street, Mandalay vandalised
Sunshine@SunshineMyanmar Mandalay: Some NLD Party’s Offices were destroyed with Bomb blasts by SAC Terrorists on 62th Street and MyoPat Street. SAC somehow believes that if they could take down NLD, the whole country will surrender to them. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar #June14Coup
Bomb explosion at 10th St, Lanmadaw, Yangon
Brian O’Conner@AlexMyanmar13 There was a huge bomb blast at around 3pm in 10th St, Lanmadaw, Yangon today and right after this, SAC terrorists arrived, blocked the streets and inspecting everyone. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar #June14Coup 11:18 PM · Jun 14, 2021
SAC (Military Junta) Forces reportedly attacked Yet village, Mindat, Chin State; burning 2 house
Be My Life – HyunHo 현호 Myanmar@BeMyLife_HyunHo Nothing was left to be recovered in the aftermath of SAC terrorists’ arson attack on two houses in Yet village, Mindat, Chin state. #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar#June14Coup
Artillery shelling reported at Inpin (Yadin) village in Depayin, Sagaing Region
Ro Nay San Lwin@nslwin DEPAYIN, Sagaing Region: Villagers fled as SAC Terrorists are firing heavy artillery shells at Inpin (Yadin) village and some other villages. #June14Coup #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar #MilkTeaAlliance