Clashes Destroy Key Myanmar Town Amid Ceasefire Collapse

Fresh fighting in Kyaukme, Myanmar, has devastated the town following a ceasefire breach by the junta and armed ethnic groups, particularly the Ta'ang National Liberation Army. The conflict has led to significant destruction, with buildings damaged, residents killed, and a sense of desperation among the population. The region's history of battling for autonomy and control of resources dates back to Myanmar's independence in 1948. The ceasefire brokered by China earlier this year with the 'Three Brotherhood Alliance' aimed to halt the ongoing violence but has now been disrupted by recent clashes, underscoring the persistent turmoil in the area.