Historical Events tagged with "pinlaung"
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Pinlaung Massacre Claims Lives of Villagers and Monks
In Pinlaung Township, Shan State, Myanmar, troops from the Burmese military conducted a violent operation that resulted in the deaths of at least 30 villagers, including three Buddhist monks. This assault occurred during a time of ongoing conflict in the region, which is marked by battles between the military and several ethnic armed groups. Witnesses reported that many of the victims were targeted indiscriminately, reflecting the dangerous conditions for civilians amidst the clash of military factions in Myanmar.
Continue ReadingTrain Crash in Northern Myanmar
A train carrying liquid fuel derailed in northern Myanmar, resulting in a significant fire that claimed 27 lives and injured approximately 80 individuals. The crash occurred when the train, loaded with fuel, derailed near the town of Pinlaung in Shan State. Witnesses reported seeing flames shoot into the sky as the train burst into flames, highlighting the danger associated with transporting hazardous materials.
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