Interviews

“They stayed because of the financial difficulties. They thought that if fighting broke out on one side, they would flee to the other side and vice versa. The main reason is financial constraints. In addition, there are no shops left to buy food, even for the better-off.” – A resident of Gwa

“Amidst the fighting, pregnant mothers are enduring significant hardship. Previously, women would travel by boat from Kyaukme to Hsipaw and Nam Lan to give birth. However, as the situation is deteriorating in Namlan, the hospital has closed. There are no doctors.” A Hsipaw resident

Voices of concern from parents and teachers in Karenni State over the threat of air attacks during school hours

“The junta’s administration has been largely disrupted. We can’t yet confirm if it’s now on the verge of total collapse. But at the moment, the junta’s administrative mechanism is almost destroyed. As far as we know, the junta is now mainly focused on defense now.” – Bo Mike Khe, leader of Myingyan Black Tiger (MBT)

Voices of Myitkyina residents on communication and socio-economic difficulties amid phone and internet blackouts

“We would like to urge international community, local organizations and donors not to forget CDMs. They are the heroes of the Spring Revolution. They have made significant sacrifices and given up a great deal. We request that all organizations and donors provide aid to help CDM participants survive this challenging period.”

“They attack any area where it suspects the presence of revolutionary forces. Whether it’s civilian areas or other places, they fire indiscriminately and carry out many airstrikes. They also use heavy artillery.” – Ying Leng Harn, spokesperson for SHRF

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