Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 06/23/2026

The Irrawaddy — Tensions Escalate Between Resistance Groups in Mandalay Region

DAILY BRIEFING Tuesday, June 23, 2026 News Opinion Burmese Donate The Irrawaddy Tensions Escalate Between Resistance Groups in Mandalay Region A dispute over a detainee escalated into deadly clashes after the PLA withdrew from NUG-administered territory, with land mines killing four PDF members. Continue Reading AFP Myanmar Military Killed Over 700 Civilians in Six Months: UN A UN report found at least 702 civilians were killed during the election period, with airstrikes responsible for over half of the deaths. Continue Reading Support Press Freedom Independent journalism needs your support. Help us hold power to account. Donate Now Facebook · Twitter · Website © 2026 The Irrawaddy · Chiang Mai, Thailand Unsubscribe · Update preferences · Forward to a friend