The Arakan Army (AA) reportedly launched attacks on two significant checkpoints in Sittwe on the Yangon-Sittwe highway early this morning. According to local sources and a Rakhine war monitor, the Daksa and Kyauktan checkpoints were targeted in the coordinated offensive.
A Rakhine war monitor stated, “The AA has reportedly launched attacks on Sittwe’s Daksa and Kyauktan checkpoints since this morning. We cannot provide further details as phone lines are down.” The communication blackout has made it challenging to verify the full extent of the situation.
While there is no independent confirmation of the attack on the Daksa checkpoint, a local resident near Kyauktan reported hearing small arms fire in the vicinity. The incident has heightened tensions in the region, as the highway serves as a critical route connecting Sittwe with other parts of Myanmar.
The Arakan Army’s activities in Rakhine State have intensified in recent months, raising concerns about the stability and security of the area. The latest attacks could potentially disrupt travel and trade along the Yangon-Sittwe highway, a vital economic and transportation link for the region.
Authorities have yet to release an official statement on the incident. Observers are closely monitoring the situation for further developments, as the conflict in Rakhine State continues to escalate.
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