The KIA and TLNA have been fighting for a long time in Kutkai, northern Shan State. In the past few days, videos have surfaced of the ground troops fighting. Recently, the TLNA has stormed the KIA liaison office in the town and arrested KIA soldiers. The TLNA does not seem to like the presence of KIA troops in Kutkai. Now, the tension between the two sides is getting worse. It is a situation that could soon erupt. The KIA side has said that it will decide based on the opinion of the local people.
While the two separate revolutionary groups in Chin State are trying to unite, the tensions between the major EAOs in Kachin State and northern Shan State are not promising. I hope for a peaceful resolution.
