Dozens killed after paraglider drops bombs on Buddhist festival in Myanmar
At least 24 killed at protest against Myanmar’s military government
- At least 24 people were killed and 47 wounded after a motorised paraglider dropped bombs on a crowd in Myanmar.
- The attack took place in Chaung U township on Monday, targeting about 100 people gathered for a Buddhist festival and candlelight vigil.
- The crowd was protesting Myanmar’s military government and calling for the release of political prisoners, including Aung San Suu Kyi.
- Local reports indicated that two bombs were dropped, causing severe casualties and making victim identification difficult.
- Amnesty International condemned the incident, describing it as part of a "disturbing trend" of violence against civilians by the military government.