Joint Statement of the Common Position of Revolutionary Organizations Fighting Together in the Spring Revolution
Press Release
“Heinous Assault Targets Innocent Children in Sagaing Division, leaving 18 Students Injured, 6 Critically Hurt”
28th September 2023
A horrific incident unfolded on September 27, 2023, around 12:30 PM at Khantiwuntharama Monastery in Joe Daung Village, Wun Tho Township, Sagaing Region. The heartless act saw the military regime’s Light Infantry Battalion (Kha Ma Ya) 120 brutally attacking with Howitzer heavy artillery, with three shells striking the monastery.
Tragically, at the time of the attack, the children of Joe Daung Village were diligently pursuing their studies within the sanctuary of the monastery. This cruel act resulted in the injury of 18 students, with six of them suffering severe wounds.
This merciless assault serves as a stark reminder of the military council, led by Min Aung Hlaing, committing grave war crimes against innocent civilians, especially vulnerable children who were simply seeking an education.
Ministry of Defence
National Unity Government
