MNDAA rebels tightening their grip on Myanmar army around capital of Shan state.

Little Think Tank posted a tweet on November 14 to report about a new episode of the war raging between the governmental army of Myanmar and ethnic groups since the coup d'État conducted by the military junta on February 1, 2021: the MNDAA rebels have confirmed capturing the town of Kunlong. Armored troop transport vehicles, MLRS, and numerous munitions were seized in the town. The MNDAA rebels are attempting to isolate the regional capital of Shan State by blocking supply routes. They recently captured the last remaining bridge over the Salween River leading to the city.
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MNDAA rebels after a victory on the Myanmar governmental army (Picture source: Twitter account of Little Think Tank)

Since the military coup d'etat in Myanmar on February 1, 2021, ethnic rebel groups have engaged in armed conflicts with the Myanmar government army in various regions of the country. The coup, led by the Tatmadaw (Myanmar's military), resulted in the overthrow of the civilian government and the detention of key political figures, including State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi.

Ethnic rebel groups have a long history of seeking autonomy and self-determination in Myanmar's diverse regions, which are home to various ethnic minorities. The coup exacerbated existing tensions and conflicts between these groups and the central government.

One of the most significant developments in this ongoing conflict has been the formation of the "National Unity Government" (NUG), a parallel government established by representatives of the ousted civilian administration and ethnic minority groups. The NUG aims to provide alternative leadership to the military junta and unite various ethnic factions in the fight against the coup.

In response to the coup, several ethnic rebel organizations, including the Karen National Union (KNU), the Kachin Independence Army (KIA), and the Restoration Council of Shan State (RCSS), among others, have escalated their armed resistance against the Myanmar military. These groups have conducted attacks on military installations, checkpoints, and troops in various parts of the country, including border areas.

International condemnation of the coup and the violence that has ensued has led to calls for a peaceful resolution to the crisis. Diplomatic efforts, including sanctions and appeals for dialogue, have been made by the international community to address the situation and bring an end to the violence. The situation in Myanmar remains fluid and complex, with ongoing clashes and negotiations between various parties. The conflict underscores the challenges of achieving a peaceful and inclusive political solution in a country marked by ethnic diversity, historical grievances, and political instability.

As reported by War Noir on November 12, 2023, the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) captured or destroyed several military vehicles and howitzers during these attacks. These include the locally-made MAM-01 and MAM-02 6x6 Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS), a Ukrainian-made MT-LBMSH infantry fighting vehicle, a BTR-3U armored personnel carrier (APC) fitted with a Shkval turret, a Brazilian-made EE-9 Cascavel 6x6 armored vehicle and a Soviet-era D-30M 122 mm towed howitzer.

Government army's captured MAM-01 early version MLRS mounted on truck chassis (Picture source: Twitter account of Little Think Tank)

Captured governmental army BTR-3U with Shkval turret (Picture source: Twitter account of Little Think Tank)

MNDAA rebels and a captured government army D30M howitzer (Picture source: Twitter account of Little Think Tank)

The MNDAA rebels recently captured the last remaining bridge over the Salween River leading to the Shan State capital city (Picture source: Twitter account of Little Think Tank)

Defense News November 2023