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Myanmar military airstrike kills seven civilians in Rakhine state

Myanmar military airstrike kills seven civilians in Rakhine state

Summary

A Myanmar military airstrike hit the town of Kyauktaw in Rakhine state, killing at least seven civilians, including a five-year-old child. The military uses airstrikes to fight pro-democracy fighters, but human rights groups say these attacks often harm civilians.

Key Facts

  • The airstrike occurred in Kyauktaw, a town in Myanmar's Rakhine state.
  • At least seven civilians died in the attack.
  • Among the dead was a five-year-old child.
  • Myanmar's military air force targets pro-democracy guerrilla fighters.
  • Rights groups accuse the military of using airstrikes without careful targeting.
  • Such airstrikes often result in harm to civilians.
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