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Fourteen killed in strike on Myanmar monastery

Opposition fighters and a rescue worker say 14 people died in military air strikes on a monastery in Myanmar on Friday. The attack happened in Myaung township, Sagaing region, where civilians were reportedly gathered for a meditation retreat. All those killed were elderly, aged 50 to 70, and some monks were also hurt.

By BriefTea Editorial · 23 August 2026 at 8:12

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