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CHIN STATE – The spokesman of the Chin National Army (CNA), Salai Htet Ni, said that the military council army attacked between Hakha and Thantlang in Chin State in the morning of July 3 using air force and heavy weapons.
At the end of May, the junta council attacked the Timit area between Hakha and Thantlang by launching an offensive from ground after heavy air strike and artillery shelling. A fierce battle broke out at that time and now they attacked again.
“They came with fighter jets and bombed twice. And of course, heavy weapons were bombarded from the city of Hakha. There was no damage from our Chin National Army, but we know that there were some casualties from the local defense forces. I heard that the junta forces are preparing for assault from the ground. That’s why they are working to clear the way with fighter jets and heavy weapons,” said Saline Htet Ni.
He added that there were 3-4 comrades injured among the local defense forces and the situation of the casualties could not be confirmed yet.
“We think that they seem to be prepared for the defense in Timit. Through that, they are in a position to approach Thantlang gradually,” said Salai Htet Ni.
The junta council stationed in the city of Hakha was attacked by the Chin army with heavy weapons. He added that there are still some clashes in the city.
“In addition, during the rainy season, rather than ground attack, there may be more air and artillery attacks by junta army,” said Salai Htet Ni. He also said that the Chin forces are prepared to attack if a ground offensive is launched.