Heavy fighting between the Chin defense joint forces and theJunta in the Thi Mit area, situated between Hakha and Thantlang townships inChin State, has resulted in the tragic loss of 11 Chin resistance comrades'lives, according to sources familiar with the conflict.

"In the battle that unfolded on May 29th, we regrettablylost Chin resistance members. The scale of the enemy's offensive wassignificant, resulting in casualties and injuries among our ranks. Thecomprehensive list of those affected will be disclosed by the appropriateauthorities at a later time”, a source said.

The Military Council deployed over 200 troops to initiate anoffensive in the Thi Mit area, employing air support as well.

During the intense combat, a total of 8 comrades fromCDF-Hakha, 1 from CDF Zophei, and 2 from the Chin National Front (CNA) tragicallylost their lives.

Among those who have tragically lost their lives, the currentdeath toll includes Salai David Van Tha Lian, Salai Noah Zung Ceu Thang, SalaiSamuel (Pu Muak), Salai Tha Lian Cung, Salai Ngun Lian Ceu, Salai Biak CinHmung, Salai Richard, and Kyaw Oo.

Following the battle, the confirmation of the identities ofthe remaining fallen comrades is yet to be established. Additionally, therewere reports of injuries sustained during the conflict, the aforementionedsource told Narinjara.

From the arrival of the Military Council troops in the Thi Mitarea with a strong force on May 25th, intermittent fighting with the Chindefense joint forces persisted until the morning of May 30th.

The Military Council also incurred losses during the battle,and it is believed that the number of casualties on their side might beconsiderable. However the precise list of their casualties has not beencompiled yet, according to the source.

According to CNF/CNA spokesperson Salai Htet Ni, a MilitaryCouncil column of approximately 150 soldiers advanced from Hakha towardsThantlang, launching attacks in areas where Chin defense forces are believed tobe stationed, utilizing fighter jets and military helicopters.

With Thantlang emerging as a formidable stronghold for theChin resistance forces, it is believed that the Military Council has initiateda comprehensive offensive involving ground and aerial operations in their bidto regain control, potentially leading to a further escalation of hostilities.