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Paramotor Attack at Festival Kills 24, Injures 47
10/8/2025
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Story summary
- Paramotor attack at Thadingyut in Chaung U killed 24 and wounded 47.
- Around 100 attendees were gathered for the festival.
- A local official said the People's Defence Force warned of an airborne attack but could not evacuate.
- Eyewitnesses described horrific scenes, with bodies hard to identify.
- Observers say December elections will not be free or fair.
