Malicious media outlets spread false information on social media that 1,500 members of KNLA and PDF terrorists attacked the regional bases and exploded the bridge in Mone, Kyaukkyi Township, Bago Region. They conquered Mone on 3 December.
The confirmed case is that the KNLA and PDFs attacked one regional base in Mone with the use of excessive force on the morning of 3 December, and officers and other ranks launched counterattacks until 4 December noon.
On the morning of 5 December, terrorists retreated when Tatmadaw attacked them with air support and heavy weapons, and Tatmadaw controlled the regional base in which terrorists temporarily sheltered and conducted security measures in Mone.
In the clash, insurgents arrested some military officers, other ranks and families, and the Tatmadaw convoy was still conducting operations for the release of arrestees.
Moreover, insurgents attacked another regional base at the same time on 3 December morning – the Thantada security outpost and Myoma Police Station. There were also armed engagements with the Tatmadaw convoy, and they retreated.
However, the malicious media released false information that insurgents occupied military bases, entrance gates and Mone with 1,500 members, aiming to impose fear on the public and affect regional stability.
People should notice fake news from such media outlets, and Tatmadaw pledges to continue counter-terrorism attacks for regional stability. — MNA/KTZH
