Myanmar: Death Toll from Airstrike on Kachin Hits 80

Published OCT 24 2022·Updated OCT 25 2022

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The Spin

Narrative A

This attack is but the latest in a series of indiscriminate bombings against civilian populations and more evidence of the government's complete disregard for human lives and international law. The perpetrators must be held to account.

Guardian

Narrative B

While the loss of lives is tragic, KIA has been engaged in militant operations against the Myanmar government for decades and carried out countless terrorist attacks. Sunday's operation — inflated by the media — was a necessary step to counter one of the most potent and dangerous rebel groups.

The Manila Times