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Ethnic Armed Group Seizes Military Base in Myanmar Trade Hub, Prompting Residents to Flee to Thailand

Myawaddy, situated in Karen State, Myanmar, witnessed a wave of residents fleeing to Thailand amid the sounds of explosions and reports of a nearby military base being seized by an ethnic minority armed group. Fighters from the Karen National Union (KNU) announced the capture of a military base close to Myawaddy, leading to over 600 soldiers, police, and their families surrendering. With the situation escalating, locals reported hearing gunfire and explosions, prompting many to seek …

Ukraine’s Military Denies Involvement in Drone Explosion at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant

Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine – Ukraine’s military intelligence agency denied any involvement in the recent explosion of a drone at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) on April 7. The spokesperson, Andrii Yusov, accused Russia of endangering the nuclear facility through false flag strikes and the deployment of troops and weapons in the region. This incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of the ZNPP, which has been under Russian occupation since March 2022. The …

Sabotage Strikes Russian Oil Pipeline in Azov Region, Disrupting Military Logistics

In Rostov Oblast, Russia, on April 6, 2024, an oil pipeline incident in the Azov region saw operations disrupted, halting the transfer of oil products from a local depot to tankers at the Azov Sea Port. The Main Directorate of Intelligence of Ukraine (GUR) reported the sabotage, highlighting its use by Russia for military purposes. The explosion resulted in the suspension of tanker loading with oil products, leading to supply chain disruptions and potential impacts …

Minor Explosion Rocks Ikeja Military Cantonment in Lagos State, No Casualties Reported

Lagos, Nigeria – An explosion rocked the Ikeja Military Cantonment in Lagos State on Monday, prompting a response from the Nigerian Army. The explosion, which occurred on a farmland within the cantonment, raised concerns among residents and officials alike. Details surrounding the explosion were scarce at the time of reporting, with no immediate reports of casualties. The incident brought back memories of a devastating bomb explosion that occurred in the cantonment on January 27, 2002, …

Indonesian Army Apologizes for Massive Explosion at Military Complex, Promises Compensation

Bogor Regency, West Java province in Indonesia – The Indonesian Army issued an apology following a significant explosion at a military complex near Jakarta that occurred two days ago. The blast took place in Ciangsana village at an ammunition warehouse, prompting the evacuation of 135 families. No casualties were reported in the incident. Maruli Simanjuntak, Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Army, conducted a visit to the site the following day. He reassured the public …

Explosion Injures Three UN Military Observers in Lebanon’s Blue Line Patrol

BEIRUT, LEBANON – Three UN military observers and a Lebanese interpreter were injured during a foot patrol along the Blue Line when an explosion occurred in the vicinity, according to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) on Saturday. The incident, which took place near the Blue Line, a border demarcation between Lebanon and Israel, resulted in injuries to the UN personnel, who have since been evacuated for medical treatment. UNIFIL, established in 1978 …

Explosions Rock Sevastopol: Ukrainian Military Strikes Russian Fleet Center

Sevastopol, Crimea – Following reports of a series of explosions in the occupied city of Sevastopol on Saturday evening, speculation arose that the target of the attack may have been the Black Sea Fleet (BSF) communications center, according to an open-source intelligence (OSINT) group. Reports began to emerge on social media around 10:00 p.m. local time, with Ukrainian news outlet Suspilne stating that at least 10 explosions had been heard, as reported by locals in …

Drone Strike Destroys Helicopter at Military Site in Moldova’s Breakaway Region, Blamed on Ukrainian Attack

Tiraspol, Transnistria – A drone strike targeted a military installation in Moldova’s breakaway republic of Transnistria, resulting in the destruction of a helicopter and sparking a significant fire, as per local authorities. The pro-Russian officials in the region quickly attributed the strike to Ukraine, escalating tensions between the two neighboring countries. However, Moldova’s Bureau for Reintegration Policies disputed these claims after reviewing video footage of the incident, stating that there was no evidence of an …

Drone Strike Destroys Helicopter at Military Installation in Moldova’s Breakaway Region

Cobasna, Transnistria – A drone strike targeted a military installation in the breakaway republic of Transnistria on Sunday, resulting in the destruction of a helicopter and a subsequent fire, according to local officials. Pro-Russian authorities in the area have attributed the strike to Ukraine. Russia has stationed approximately 1,500 troops in Transnistria, under the guise of peacekeepers, to safeguard substantial Soviet-era weapons and ammunition reserves at the military depot in Cobasna. The drone attack occurred …

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Approves Military Operation in Rafah, Sparking International Outrage and Calls for a Humanitarian Ceasefire

Jerusalem, Israel – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly given the green light for a military operation in Rafah, a city in Gaza where over a million people have sought refuge following orders from Israeli authorities. The proposed plan includes the evacuation of residents from the devastated area, despite previous Israeli bombardments. While Germany has shown strong support for Israel during its military campaign since October 7th, the country’s foreign minister, Annalena Baerbock, voiced …