Over 600 Children Killed During Military Rule

Pajau Media

6th January 2026

According to data from the National Unity Government (NUG), over 637 children under the age of 18 have been killed by airstrikes during the five year period of military rule.

The total number of people killed by airstrikes is 4,683, while 8,330 people have been injured. Airstrikes, including those carried out by planes, have occurred nearly 7,000 times, making them the most frequent form of attack. Drones, paramotors, and other devices have also been used in these attacks.

In total, there have been over 9,000 airstrikes, with Sagaing Region experiencing the highest number of bombings, followed by Mandalay Region in second place, and Magway Region in third.

In Kachin State, there were 638 airstrikes over the five year period, resulting in 471 deaths. Among these, 42 were children under the age of 18, and the total number of injured reached 601.

News: Htu Seng