Myanmar Junta 'Scorched Earth' Airstrikes Kill Children in Myingyan
The Myanmar military junta intensified airstrikes and heavy artillery bombardments using incendiary weapons across Myingyan Township. The Myingyan Township People’s Movement Committee reported that over the last week (culminating May 2), over 10 children under the age of 12 were killed in strikes targeting rural villages.
Date: May 2, 2026
Location: Mandalay Region, Myanmar
Conflict: Myanmar Civil War
Category: airstrike
Severity: CRITICAL
Casualties reported: 10
Source: Mizzima