Two masked gunmen attacked a Catholic church in Myanmar, targeting the parish priest, Father Paul Hkwi Shane Aung, who survived the attack despite being hit three times. The incident is believed to be linked to the ongoing conflict between the ruling military junta and the Kachin Independence Army (KIA).
Key Points
Gunmen attacked St. Patrick Catholic Church in Mohnyin, Myanmar, targeting Father Paul Hkwi Shane Aung.
The attack is believed to be linked to the ongoing conflict between the military junta and the KIA.
Father Aung was evacuated to a hospital for emergency treatment.
Pros
Father Aung survived the attack despite being hit three times.
Cons
Violence and religious persecution continue in Myanmar.