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Military airstrikes kill six displaced persons in Rakhine State

Six internally displaced persons were killed in military airstrikes in Rakhine State. The strikes occur amid an escalating humanitarian crisis in the conflict-affected region.

LSN Myanmar · 5 October 2026

Military airstrikes kill six displaced persons in Rakhine State

Six internally displaced persons were killed in airstrikes carried out by Myanmar's military in Rakhine State, marking another deadly incident in the protracted conflict affecting the western region.

The latest fatalities add to mounting civilian casualties as the armed conflict continues to ravage Rakhine State. The strikes come just one week after a major bombing incident that claimed at least 50 civilian lives, representing one of the deadliest single attacks since the current phase of the conflict began nearly three years ago.

The series of military operations has driven thousands of civilians from their homes, creating a severe humanitarian situation. Internally displaced persons sheltering in camps and makeshift settlements remain vulnerable to continued airstrikes and ground operations.

The conflict has devastated infrastructure and displaced populations across Rakhine State, with civilian populations bearing the brunt of the violence. International humanitarian organizations have expressed concern over the deteriorating conditions and ongoing security threats facing displaced communities in the region.