Rohingya Wards Attacked by Arakan Army Drones and Artillery Shells

Today, on June 25, 2024, starting at 5:30 pm, at least 20 drones and artillery shells landed in Rohingya wards where there is no Myanmar military presence. The affected areas include Ward 1, Ward 2, Bo Hmu Ward, and Ka Yin Dan Ward in Maungdaw Township.

Within an hour, several people were injured, and the extent of the destruction is still unknown. Three of the injured are in critical condition and may not survive unless they can cross the border to Bangladesh for medical attention.

As the firing continued, Rohingya residents fled to save their lives. By 7 pm, the streets of Maungdaw downtown were deserted.

Rohingya residents reported that the artillery shells were fired by the Arakan Army (AA) based in Pan Taw Pyin village, and the drone bombs were launched from Ward 3 and Ward 4, which are Rakhine Wards.

Rohingya residents also noted that they are being clearly targeted by the AA, as no artillery shells or drones have landed in the Rakhine Wards.

The military base in Myo Thu Gyi is at least 3 miles away from the Rohingya wards. The residents fear for their lives, feeling targeted by the AA.