In a shocking escalation of military tactics, Myanmar's junta forces have launched a bizarre paraglider bombing attack on a village in Karenni State, marking one of the most unconventional assaults in the country's ongoing civil conflict.
The aerial assault saw military personnel utilizing powered paragliders to drop multiple bombs on civilian areas, creating panic and destruction in the targeted community. Eyewitnesses described the surreal scene of motorized gliders appearing suddenly in the sky before unleashing their deadly payload.
Unprecedented Warfare Tactics
Local resistance forces confirmed the attack occurred in the early hours, catching villagers completely by surprise. The use of paragliders represents a significant tactical innovation by the military junta, allowing for low-altitude, relatively silent approaches that evade traditional detection methods.
A spokesperson for the Karenni Nationalities Defence Force (KNDF) stated: "This represents a dangerous new chapter in the junta's campaign of terror. Using slow-moving, low-flying aircraft against civilian populations shows their desperation and willingness to employ any means necessary."
Civilian Areas Targeted
Initial reports indicate the bombing focused on areas with known civilian presence rather than military installations. The attack has raised serious concerns among human rights organizations about the continued erosion of international humanitarian law in the conflict.
The aftermath revealed significant property damage and several injuries, though casualty figures remain unconfirmed as rescue operations continue in the affected region.
International Response
Global observers have expressed alarm at the developing situation, with regional security analysts noting the potential for other conflict zones to adopt similar low-tech aerial warfare methods. The paraglider attack demonstrates how non-state actors and military forces are increasingly adapting inexpensive technology for combat purposes.
Human rights groups are calling for immediate international investigation into the incident, particularly regarding potential violations of the laws of armed conflict and protection of civilian populations.
The military junta has yet to issue an official statement regarding the unconventional aerial assault, though state-controlled media has repeatedly claimed all military operations target only resistance fighters and their facilities.
