<description>&lt;p&gt;Troops in Myanmar have confirmed they've withdrawn from their positions in a trade hub near the border with Thailand. Fighting between the army and armed resistance groups has been flaring for months, with the ruling junta facing heavy losses. As a result, many Burmese are now fleeing to Thailand. We take a closer look.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

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Myanmar's war on rebels: Junta loses key town on Thai border

APR 12, 2024-1 MIN
Access Asia

Myanmar's war on rebels: Junta loses key town on Thai border

APR 12, 2024-1 MIN

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Troops in Myanmar have confirmed they've withdrawn from their positions in a trade hub near the border with Thailand. Fighting between the army and armed resistance groups has been flaring for months, with the ruling junta facing heavy losses. As a result, many Burmese are now fleeing to Thailand. We take a closer look.