Paraglider Attack: 24 Dead in Myanmar

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Myanmar Military Conducts Paraglider Attack on Festival, 24 Killed

Story Highlights

On October 6, 2025, the military deployed paragliders to attack festival-goers in Chaung U township.
The incident resulted in the deaths of at least 24 civilians and injuries to 47 during a Buddhist celebration.
The use of paragliders represents a tactical shift by the military.
The attack has drawn international condemnation amid Myanmar’s ongoing civil conflict.

Military Targets Religious Festival

On October 6, 2025, Myanmar’s military utilized motorized paragliders to drop bombs on civilians attending the Thadingyut full moon festival in Chaung U township. The assault led to the deaths of at least 24 individuals and injuries to 47 others, including children and students. The gathering was a peaceful Buddhist religious observance.

Amnesty International has described the bombing as part of a “disturbing trend” of violence against civilians, noting that the junta systematically targets non-combatants.

🇲🇲#Myanmar Attack

Junta used a motorized paraglider to bomb festival crowd in Sagaing Region.

24 killed, including children; dozens injured.

Crowd was celebrating Thadingyut Festival.

Marks a new low — junta now using paragliders for airstrikes.#ALTIN #b0710 #rpsp pic.twitter.com/73t5YUwtRx

— Eyes on the Globe (@eyes_globe) October 8, 2025

Tactical Shift Observed

The deployment of paragliders for bombing operations marks a significant tactical change. Analysts suggest this unconventional approach may indicate increasing pressure on the military from resistance forces and potential limitations in resources for traditional air strikes. This tactic suggests the military’s willingness to use various methods to maintain control.

Military commander Min Aung Hlaing’s forces have intensified operations in the Sagaing region, an area known for resistance activity. The junta has designated major ethnic armed organizations as terrorist groups.

International Response

Despite ongoing documentation of alleged atrocities since the February 2021 coup, the international response has been described as inadequate. This latest incident adds to a list of reported war crimes, including attacks on schools, hospitals, and religious sites.

The humanitarian situation continues to worsen as both sides compete for control ahead of planned elections. Civilians are reportedly bearing the brunt of escalating violence.

Watch the report: Why Is the World Ignoring Myanmar’s Civil War?