PAIK THAY YWA in Kyauk Pyu Township under Attack

We are informed through telephone that in Kyauk Pyu township of Arakan, since yesterday, Rakhine extremists along with Security Forces (Hlun Tin) have been coming together to attack PAIK THAY YWA (Fisherman Village) and its villagers. The village is currently under their attacks. The inhabitants at this PAIK THAY village in Kyauk Pyu are Rohingyas who live their lives by doing fishing and depending on other marine products. And it is a very ancient village. As soon as we get the latest information and the details about the situation, we will update you. So, stay tuned. 

26th August 2012,Arakan, Burma 

RB News Desk

Translated into English by M.S. Anwar