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Euronews
5 hours ago
- Politics
- Euronews
Myanmar military fighter jet shot down, rebel group claims
A military junta fighter jet crashed and burned in Myanmar on Tuesday in an area that has seen intense fighting during the civil war, with one rebel group claiming to have shot it down while state-run media said it had suffered a mechanical failure. The aircraft went down in the Sagaing region, about 140 kilometres west of Mandalay, Myanmar's second-largest city, state-run television MRTV reported. It did not identify the type of jet or mention casualties and said a search and recovery effort was underway in Pale township where it went down. Local media reports identified the plane as the two-seater Chinese FTC-2000G, a fighter ground-attack jet and broadcast images of a crashed plane with body parts nearby. Sagaing region is a stronghold of armed resistance to the ruling military junta, which seized power in February 2021 from the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi. Opposition to the takeover began peacefully, but escalated into a civil war as the authorities resorted increasingly to lethal force in a bid to quell dissent. Ni Ni Kyaw, a spokesperson for a militia known as the People's Liberation Army (PLA), told The Associated Press its fighters had been involved in an assault on a police station in Pale township when they shot down the jet at 12:30 pm on Tuesday. She said the military's jets had dropped hundreds of bombs in the area over the past week in support of ground troops fighting against the PLA and other resistance groups. The PLA posted a video and pictures of the jet's smoking wreckage in a Pale township village. The military has increasingly used air strikes to counter the widespread armed struggle against its rule, relying primarily on aircraft from Russia and China, which continue to supply government forces with high-tech weaponry. The FTC-2000G was first delivered by China in 2022, after the military's seizure of power. In May, a military air strike in Sagaing hit a school, killing as many as 20 students and two teachers, according to witnesses and independent media reports. The military is believed to have lost at least five helicopters and four jet fighters, but claims from resistance groups to have shot them down have been impossible to verify due to the tight restrictions on the media and the remoteness of the areas where much of the combat takes place. Uzbekistan continues to solidify its place on the global stage as a reliable partner and dynamic hub in Central Asia, welcoming high-level delegations from Europe in a series of landmark diplomatic meetings. The diplomatic momentum culminated on Monday at the official opening of the Tashkent International Investment Forum, where Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico and President of Bulgaria Rumen Radev joined dozens of other foreign officials and international investors. In his keynote remarks, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev emphasized the forum's critical role in transforming Uzbekistan's economy and global standing. "Last year, the volume of investments into our national economy reached $35 billion (€30 billion), and exports amounted to $27 billion (€23 billion). This is also a practical result of the Tashkent International Investment Forum, now being held for the fourth consecutive year," he said. This year's forum reflects Uzbekistan's renewed confidence and strategic ambition to become a hub for international investment, innovation and sustainable development. With legal reforms, market liberalisation and an investor-friendly climate, Uzbekistan is positioning itself as one of the most attractive emerging markets in the Eurasian region. The first Uzbek-Bulgarian summit in 17 years was described by President Mirziyoyev as "historic." The warm reception of President Rumen Radev was more than symbolic, it also heralded a new chapter in relations driven by economic ambition and cultural proximity. The talks focused on practical cooperation, from textile and pharmaceutical exports to artificial intelligence, IT technologies and tourism. The two countries pledged to open trade houses in Tashkent and Sofia and to facilitate bilateral trade through preferential credit lines and laboratory accreditation. Twinning initiatives have already borne fruit, linking ancient cities like Bukhara and Varna, Samarkand and Plovdiv. These people-to-people connections are seen as key to deeper regional understanding. A roadmap was adopted to ensure follow-through on new projects and both sides agreed to strengthen educational and scientific exchanges. The upcoming meeting of university rectors in Andijan and a planned week of Uzbek-Bulgarian cinema and culture are expected to further enhance mutual understanding. Importantly, Bulgaria expressed readiness to cooperate in the sphere of labour migration, with discussions underway to open a representative office of Uzbekistan's Agency of Migration in Sofia. President Radev concluded his visit by inviting President Mirziyoyev to Bulgaria, signalling a commitment to long-term engagement at the highest level. On 9 June, the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, hosted the Prime Minister of Slovakia, Robert Fico, at the presidential residence in Tashkent, marking a major step forward in Uzbek-Slovak relations. Fico's visit was marked by the signing of a joint declaration on the establishment of strategic partnership relations, a clear signal of the new momentum in bilateral cooperation. The leaders reviewed a broad spectrum of initiatives spanning trade, technology, energy and education. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev highlighted the visit as "a qualitatively new stage" in relations between Uzbekistan and Slovakia, with recent developments including the fruitful first meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission and expanding business exchanges. In the face of global uncertainty, both sides stressed the value of coordinated foreign policy efforts and deeper alignment with European institutions. The two leaders outlined an ambitious Industrial Cooperation Program involving Slovak companies in key sectors such as automotive localization, green energy, pharmaceuticals and tourism. The talks also included forward-looking digital initiatives, from joint start-up investment funds to the creation of a quantum standard laboratory, reflecting Uzbekistan's commitment to technological innovation. Agreements signed during the visit include cooperation on diplomatic training, agriculture, energy market regulation and a bilateral cultural and foreign affairs program for 2025–2026. A strong focus was also placed on education, with the upcoming launch of joint research programmes involving Comenius University in Bratislava. As the country deepens ties with the European Union and individual member states, it offers vast opportunities in investment, innovation and cross-cultural collaboration. Whether it's the green energy transition, high-tech partnerships, or tourism in its breathtaking Silk Road cities, Uzbekistan stands ready to engage with the world on equal and ambitious terms.
9 hours ago
- Politics
Myanmar rebels claim to have shot down a fighter jet being used by military to attack ground targets
BANGKOK -- A military fighter jet crashed and burned Tuesday in an area that has seen intense fighting during Myanmar's civil war, with a rebel group claiming to have shot it down while state-run media reported it suffered a mechanical failure. The aircraft went down midday in the Sagaing region, about 140 kilometers (85 miles) west of Mandalay, Myanmar 's second largest city, according to state-run MRTV television. It did not identify the type of jet or mention casualties, and said a search and recovery effort was underway in Pale township where it went down. Local media reports identified the plane as the two-seater Chinese FTC-2000G, a fighter ground-attack jet, and broadcast images of a crashed plane with body parts nearby. Sagaing region is a stronghold of armed resistance to the military, which seized power in February 2021 from the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi. Opposition to the takeover began peacefully, but escalated into a civil war as the authorities resorted increasingly to lethal force to quell dissent. Ni Ni Kyaw, a spokesperson for a militia known as the People's Liberation Army, or PLA, told The Associated Press its fighters had been involved in an assault on a police station in Pale township when they shot down the jet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday. She said the military's jets had dropped hundreds of bombs in the area over the past week in support of ground troops fighting against the PLA and other resistance forces. The PLA posted a video and pictures of the jet's smoking wreckage in a Pale township village. The military has increasingly used airstrikes to counter the widespread armed struggle against its rule, relying primarily on aircraft from Russia and China, which continue to supply government forces with high-tech weaponry. The FTC-2000G was first delivered by China in 2022, after the military's seizure of power. In May, a military airstrike in Sagaing hit a school, killing as many as 20 students and two teachers, according to witnesses and independent media reports. MRTV aired a report denying the attack. The military is believed to have lost at least five helicopters and four jet fighters, but claims from resistance groups to have shot them down have been impossible to definitively confirm due to the tight restrictions on the media and the remoteness of the areas where much of the combat takes place.
Yahoo
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Myanmar rebels claim to have shot down a fighter jet being used by military to attack ground targets
BANGKOK (AP) — A military fighter jet crashed and burned Tuesday in an area that has seen intense fighting during Myanmar's civil war, with a rebel group claiming to have shot it down while state-run media reported it suffered a mechanical failure. The aircraft went down midday in the Sagaing region, about 140 kilometers (85 miles) west of Mandalay, Myanmar 's second largest city, according to state-run MRTV television. It did not identify the type of jet or mention casualties, and said a search and recovery effort was underway in Pale township where it went down. Local media reports identified the plane as the two-seater Chinese FTC-2000G, a fighter ground-attack jet, and broadcast images of a crashed plane with body parts nearby. Sagaing region is a stronghold of armed resistance to the military, which seized power in February 2021 from the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi. Opposition to the takeover began peacefully, but escalated into a civil war as the authorities resorted increasingly to lethal force to quell dissent. Ni Ni Kyaw, a spokesperson for a militia known as the People's Liberation Army, or PLA, told The Associated Press its fighters had been involved in an assault on a police station in Pale township when they shot down the jet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday. She said the military's jets had dropped hundreds of bombs in the area over the past week in support of ground troops fighting against the PLA and other resistance forces. The PLA posted a video and pictures of the jet's smoking wreckage in a Pale township village. The military has increasingly used airstrikes to counter the widespread armed struggle against its rule, relying primarily on aircraft from Russia and China, which continue to supply government forces with high-tech weaponry. The FTC-2000G was first delivered by China in 2022, after the military's seizure of power. In May, a military airstrike in Sagaing hit a school, killing as many as 20 students and two teachers, according to witnesses and independent media reports. MRTV aired a report denying the attack. The military is believed to have lost at least five helicopters and four jet fighters, but claims from resistance groups to have shot them down have been impossible to definitively confirm due to the tight restrictions on the media and the remoteness of the areas where much of the combat takes place.
Winnipeg Free Press
10 hours ago
- Politics
- Winnipeg Free Press
Myanmar rebels claim to have shot down a fighter jet being used by military to attack ground targets
BANGKOK (AP) — A military fighter jet crashed and burned Tuesday in an area that has seen intense fighting during Myanmar's civil war, with a rebel group claiming to have shot it down while state-run media reported it suffered a mechanical failure. The aircraft went down midday in the Sagaing region, about 140 kilometers (85 miles) west of Mandalay, Myanmar 's second largest city, according to state-run MRTV television. It did not identify the type of jet or mention casualties, and said a search and recovery effort was underway in Pale township where it went down. Local media reports identified the plane as the two-seater Chinese FTC-2000G, a fighter ground-attack jet, and broadcast images of a crashed plane with body parts nearby. Sagaing region is a stronghold of armed resistance to the military, which seized power in February 2021 from the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi. Opposition to the takeover began peacefully, but escalated into a civil war as the authorities resorted increasingly to lethal force to quell dissent. Ni Ni Kyaw, a spokesperson for a militia known as the People's Liberation Army, or PLA, told The Associated Press its fighters had been involved in an assault on a police station in Pale township when they shot down the jet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday. She said the military's jets had dropped hundreds of bombs in the area over the past week in support of ground troops fighting against the PLA and other resistance forces. The PLA posted a video and pictures of the jet's smoking wreckage in a Pale township village. The military has increasingly used airstrikes to counter the widespread armed struggle against its rule, relying primarily on aircraft from Russia and China, which continue to supply government forces with high-tech weaponry. The FTC-2000G was first delivered by China in 2022, after the military's seizure of power. In May, a military airstrike in Sagaing hit a school, killing as many as 20 students and two teachers, according to witnesses and independent media reports. MRTV aired a report denying the attack. The military is believed to have lost at least five helicopters and four jet fighters, but claims from resistance groups to have shot them down have been impossible to definitively confirm due to the tight restrictions on the media and the remoteness of the areas where much of the combat takes place.
Hans India
29-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Myanmar's health ministry prepares measures to prevent diarrhea during rainy season
Yangon: Myanmar's Ministry of Health has been implementing preventive measures to prevent the outbreak of acute diarrhoea during the rainy season, state-owned Myanmar Radio and Television (MRTV) reported on Thursday. The health ministry also issued a statement outlining several preventive measures against acute diarrhoea, the report said. These included washing hands before and after preparing food, after touching dirt and trash, and after using the toilet. The public is also urged to maintain personal hygiene, use sanitary toilets, drink boiled water, eat thoroughly cooked food, and cover food to prevent contamination by flies. The ministry also noted that acute diarrhea can occur in any season but is more common during the monsoon and the end of the rainy season, the report said. The rainy season in Myanmar typically begins in mid-May and continues through October. The health ministry also emphasised the importance of clean food, clean hands, clean water, and clean toilets in preventing diarrhea outbreaks, the report said. MRTV reported that Yangon region, Ayeyarwady region, and Mon state recorded the highest number of diarrhoea cases in 2024, Xinhua news agency reported. To address the situation, the Ministry of Health is conducting public awareness campaigns, monitoring high-risk areas, and preparing public hospitals to treat potential patients, if necessary, the report said. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), diarrhoeal disease is the third leading cause of death in children under five-years-old and is responsible for killing around 4,43,832 children, every year. Diarrhoea can last several days and can leave the body without the water and salts that are necessary for survival. In the past, for most people, severe dehydration and fluid loss were the main causes of diarrhoea-associated deaths. Now, other causes such as septic bacterial infections are likely to account for an increasing proportion of all diarrhoea-associated deaths. Children who are malnourished or have impaired immunity, as well as people living with HIV, are most at risk of life-threatening diarrhoea.
