The Karenni Revolution Union (KRU) clashed with Myanmar junta troops near Konetha village, Demoso Township, Karenni State on 9 December.

Military tensions have been building on both sides.

On 6 December, Military Council troops launched a military offensive with three columns on the approach to Konetha village. This led to a battle between KRU and its ally Karenni generation Z (KGZ) on one side and the junta troops on the other.

According to the KRU, the fighting between the two sides was intense that day, and four junta soldiers were killed or injured as a result of landmines planted by the KRU and KGZ forces.

"One soldier from our joint forces was killed and another was missing as a result of the fierce battle. We then withdrew due to a lack of manpower and weapons. As the fighting may resume, please provide ammunition and weapons as soon as possible," a KRU official said, calling for support.

Similarly, fighting continues in Dawkamee village, Demoso Township, between the Karenni Nationalities Defense Force (KNDF) and its ally, the Karenni Army, and the Military Council troops