29 June 2026 — A series of intense aerial bombardments carried out by the State Security and Peace Commission (SSPC) military resulted in the deaths of three young girls near Mindat township today, marking a tragic escalation in the ongoing conflict in Chin State.
According to local reports verified by the Chinland Guardian, the casualties occurred during the first of several air attacks on that day. At approximately 5:30 a.m., a fighter jet from the Tada-U Air Base dropped three bombs on a village in the vicinity of Mindat town.
The strike claimed the lives of three girls, estimated to be between the ages of 5 and 10. Several other civilians were reported injured, though assessments regarding the full extent of the damage are ongoing.
The morning attack was the prelude to a sustained aerial assault throughout the day. Later that evening, at approximately 5:15 pm and 5:25 pm, a fighter jet from Tada-U Air Base conducted two further airstrikes near Mindat town, dropping four bombs.
This was followed by a prolonged bombardment between 6:35 pm and 7:20 pm, during which a Y-12 bomber aircraft from Tada-U Air Base executed 11 consecutive bombing runs, deploying more than 30 bombs in clusters of three.
The events of 29 June are part of a broader, intensifying campaign of aerial aggression across southern parts of Chin State. Recent intelligence and field reports indicate that Mindat and Kanpetlet townships have been subjected to frequent aerial assaults in recent weeks.
Local monitoring groups have noted that the military’s tactical pattern often involves the use of both jet fighters and Y-12 bomber aircraft to target civilian areas and infrastructure.
In previous months, Mindat has faced repeated strikes, often resulting in damage to civilian homes, government buildings, and educational facilities. The persistent use of heavy aerial bombardment, including clusters of high-yield ordnance, has severely disrupted daily life and humanitarian safety in the region.
As of this reporting, local assessments continue to determine the full scope of infrastructure damage and civilian impact. The closure of schools and the disruption of local trade routes have been frequent consequences of these intensified military operations, with residents forced to remain vigilant against unpredictable aerial threats.
Humanitarian organizations and local community leaders continue to monitor the situation, as the security environment in Chin State remains volatile. – Reporting by Ben
