Fake news spread to smear Tatmadaw, security forces

The malicious media outlets intentionally spread the fake news online, claiming that Tatmadaw torched two villages, Thaminchan and Thahtaygon, and arrested four locals in Madaya township of Mandalay Region on 28 January.
Regarding that news, the locals and a security official affirmed that Tatmadaw conducted security measures after receiving the tip-off that PDFs were hiding and doing destructive elements in these two villages, and a clash occurred. Terrorists torched the houses and retreated.
Similarly, the false news was spreading on social media, saying that Tatmadaw committed an arson attack on Kyu village in Yesagyo township on the same day.
A dutiful resident informed the security forces that the PDF terrorists entered the Sinma village to recruit and ask for money forcibly. Therefore, the security forces conducted security measures, and an armed engagement occurred. The terrorists torched the houses and ran away.
Tatmadaw protects the lives and property of locals while serving duties for state stability and the rule of law. The malicious media outlets intentionally cover such fake information to affect the State’s stability. — MNA/KTZH