Myanmar junta forces burn three villages in Chaung-U Township
The Myanmar junta army invaded and set fire to three villages—Hsin Myay, Ngalonetin, and Matitha—in Chaung-U Township, Sagaing Region. As reported by Mizzima News, the military offensive and subsequent arson forced local residents to flee their homes. Following IDMC methodology for village-level destruction, an estimated 1,500 people were newly displaced by this specific incident.
Date: June 12, 2026
Location: Myanmar
Conflict: Myanmar Civil War
Category: ground battle
Severity: HIGH
Displaced: 1,500
Source: Mizzima