Myanmar military recaptures 2 strategic border towns from ethnic militias
Myanmar's military has regained control of two border towns from ethnic militias, marking a significant development in the ongoing civil war. The towns, Tonzang and Mawtaung, were captured after extensive military operations aimed at reasserting control over regions held by resistance forces. This military advance follows a period of increased troop numbers and recent peace talks initiated by the military-backed government.
- ▪The military recaptured Tonzang after 10 days of operations.
- ▪Mawtaung was retaken after a two-week military campaign.
- ▪Both towns had been under the control of ethnic militias since May 2024.
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- ▪ Myanmar military recaptures 2 strategic border towns from ethnic militias — The Hindu — Top
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onMyanmar 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 ThailandByThe Associated PressMay 21, 2026, 4:24 AM1:43This is a locator map for Myanmar with its capital, Naypyidaw.
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