Three artillery shells fired by AA fighters explode in western command base

Narinjara News, 11 April 2024

Three artillery shells, fired by the Arakan Army (AA) fighters, exploded within the western command base in Ann township of Rakhine State, said a resident of Ann.

The resident informed Narinjara News that he witnessed artillery shells exploding near the important military headquarters in Rakhine State on 9 April at around 7:30 pm.

"Every day, the junta forces are launching artillery shells around Ann township. They have also been conducting airstrikes and engaging in skirmishes with the AA fighters. Three artillery shells struck the western command, I have no details about the damage,” added the resident.

Following the incident, the military sources informed that some junta soldiers, including officers from the western command, have fled.

"Many soldiers are fleeing while facing the AA fighters. The junta soldiers in Ann locality are killing time with depression. The exit and entry points to Ann township remain closed for many days," he added.

Narinjara News is looking for authenticated information about the incident and trying to communicate with the spokespersons of both sides.

On 9 April, an artillery shell fired by the 373rd battalion exploded in Kyaung Phyu Kwin village under Ann township which killed 10-year-old Maung San Lin Tun.

Ann residents reported that till 10 am on 10 April, the artillery battalion, 373rd light infantry battalion, one-mile hill and other Ann-based military battalions continued firing artillery shells in  Kyaung Phyu Kwin and  nearby villages.