Human Rights Situation weekly update (June 22 to 30, 2023)

Human Rights Violations took place in States and Regions from June 22 to 30, 2023

Military Junta troops launched an airstrike and dropped bombs in Chin State, Kayah State, Kachin State, and Sagaing Region from June 22nd to 30th. Over 9 civilians were injured and 11 died by the airstrike and civilian buildings were burnt within a week. Over 35 civilians were arrested as human shields in Salingyi Township and Khin-U Township, Sagaing Region. 6 children were also injured by the Military’s heavy and light artillery attacks.

Military Junta troops raped and killed 2 women in Sagaing Region and also arrested and killed 18 civilians including 13 PDF Fighters. The Pyusawhtee troop which is under the Military Junta, also threatened the civilians from Kanbalu Township that they will occupy the houses and farms if the local civilians do not attend the Pyusawhtee military training.