^Myanmar Resistance Forces Launch Operation 1111, Seizing Control in Loikaw. BNN Breaking. November 18, 2023 [November 20, 2023]. (原始内容存档于November 19, 2023). In a remarkable show of unity and defiance, Kayah resistance groups, including the Karenni Army, the Karenni Nationalities Defense Force (KNDF), the Karenni People’s Liberation Front, and the People’s Defense Forces, initiated Operation 1111 on November 11, 2023, with the objective of overthrowing the military junta in Myanmar. This operation has reportedly resulted in the capture of over 20 junta-held positions across the municipalities of Loikaw and Demoso, as well as the adjacent municipality of Pekon in southern Shan State.
^New Surge of Displaced People Since the Launch of Operation 1111. Burma News International. November 14, 2023 [November 20, 2023]. (原始内容存档于November 19, 2023). The chairman of the Karenni Nationalities Defense Force (KNDF) underscored the need to dismantle the Military Council administration in Loikaw Township to bring about the overthrow of the dictatorship and establish self-determination in Karenni State. He pointed out that unfortunately the looming battle to capture the town, could result in significant destruction.
^Civilians trapped amid fighting in Myanmar’s Kayah state. Union of Catholic Asian News. November 15, 2023 [November 20, 2023]. (原始内容存档于November 19, 2023). Junta troops have blocked all roads to prevent the people from fleeing amid a resistance offensive by Karenni rebel forces, who have launched an operation codenamed ’11.11’ on Nov. 11 to seize the remote township.