Dozens killed in explosives depot blast in northeast Myanmar

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An explosion at an ammunition depot controlled by the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) in Kaung Tat village, Shan state, killed at least 39 people and injured 75 on Sunday. The cause of the blast, which occurred at approximately 12:30 PM local time and destroyed over half the village, is under investigation by the TNLA, which stated the explosives were used in local mining operations.

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At least 46 people have been killed and 70 wounded in explosion in rebel-held area, local media report.

Dozens killed in explosives depot blast in northeast Myanmar

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