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KARENNI STATE – The commander of the 9th Battalion of the Karenni National Defense Force (KNDF) reported that their battalion has lost 19 soldiers in the past 2 years due to their involvement in numerous battles against the military council since the coup d’état.
“During the 2-year coup, we have lost 19 comrades in a lot of fighting,” said the battalion commander.
On August 2nd, a ceremony was held to commemorate the 2nd anniversary of the 9th Battalion at a location in Karenni. The ceremony included several programs such as saluting the fallen martyrs, honoring the Karenni flag, a pledge of allegiance, reading congratulatory messages from allies, and leaders providing encouragement and congratulations to their comrades.
The Karenni National Defense Force (KNDF) is an armed resistance force that was formed after the coup, and it currently consists of 22 battalions actively engaged in fighting against the military council.