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Myanmar Military Uses Paragliders to Bomb Villages

1 source · first reported Yesterday

Myanmar's military is using motorized paragliders to carry bombs and attack villages in opposition-held territory, evading sanctions by utilizing hobbyist aircraft. The paragliders, carrying two or three soldiers, drift over villages and farmland, dropping bombs on civilians. This tactic allows the military to bypass traditional airpower and avoid detection.

Why it matters

This tactic showcases the resourcefulness and adaptability of Myanmar's military in evading sanctions and utilizing unconventional methods to carry out attacks, highlighting the need for innovative countermeasures and strategies to protect civilians.

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