2026-01-26: According to reports from Monday (26 January), there have been heavy clashes between the military and the Karen National Union in the village of Min La Pan in recent days. Drones were also used. The drone attacks also affected areas along the Tinu Khor River, the Phalu cemetery and the crossing to the Shwe Muay Wan temple in Myawaddy.
Heightened security measures and operations of security forces are to be expected. Ongoing armed clashes are to be expected. Travellers are advised to exercise high caution, to strictly avoid operations of security forces, and to follow instructions from security forces.
