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Myanmar air strike kills 14 praying at monastery, rebel witnesses say

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A Myanmar military airstrike targeted a monastery on Friday morning, resulting in the deaths of 14 civilians. The incident occurred while individuals were gathered for a meditation retreat in observance of Buddhist Lent. According to rebel witnesses, the casualties included 11 men and three women.

The attack took place amid ongoing conflict within the country. The strike caused significant destruction to the monastery building, as reported by those present at the scene following the event.

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Free Malaysia Today (MY) Focuses on the broader context of ongoing national conflict
Channel NewsAsia (SG) Provides specific demographic breakdown of the casualties
Read the full story at the source South China Morning Post · HK
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