Event Brief
Aug 21, 2026 at 11:12 AM ET
Myanmar airstrike kills 14 at Buddhist monastery retreat
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An airstrike by Myanmar’s military hit a Buddhist monastery during a week-long meditation retreat, killing 14 people, according to an opposition group and a resident. The attack occurred on Friday, Aug. 21, at about 9 a.m. in Swel Le Oh village, Myaung Township, Sagaing region.
WHO: Myanmar’s military; Civil Defence and Security Organization of Myaung Township (CDSOM) spokesperson Nway Oo; opposition group
WHAT: An airstrike hit a Buddhist monastery where people were taking part in a week-long meditation retreat, killing 14 people.
WHEN: Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 10:24 AM ET
WHERE: Swel Le Oh village, Myaung Township, Sagaing region, Myanmar
WHY: Part of ongoing military operations.
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