KNLA fighters clashed with junta forces 259 times last month, KNU says — Radio Free Asia – Modrenews

[ad_1] The Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA) clashed with junta forces 259 times last month in Myanmar’s Kayin and Mon states, according to a statement released Tuesday by the Karen National Union (KNU). The fighting led to the deaths of 12 KNLA troops and 19 civilians. The KNU said 386 junta troops and Border Guard Force (BGF) members were killed and 280 injured. RFA could not independently confirm the number of battles or casualties and calls to the Military Council's Spokesman by RFA went unanswered. Fighting intensified last month as KNLA troops joined forces with the Karen National Defense Organization…