Myanmar airport shut after rebel drone attack: security sources
Summary
Myanmar’s second-busiest airport in Mandalay was shut for two days after authorities said pro-democracy rebels attacked it with drones. The closure disrupted flights amid the country’s escalating civil war.
Key Points
- Mandalay airport was closed for two days after a reported drone attack on Thursday afternoon.
- The military-backed government blamed pro-democracy guerrillas and said six suicide drones were involved.
- The airport is an important civilian hub and is also seen as strategically useful for military jet operations.
- The attack comes amid Myanmar’s civil war, which has intensified since the 2021 coup.
