Battle of Mese

Battle of Mese
Part of Myanmar civil war (2021–present)
DateFebruary – 14 June 2023
Location
Mese, Kayah State, Myanmar
18°38′29″N 97°39′16″E / 18.641423°N 97.654519°E / 18.641423; 97.654519
Result Anti-junta forces victory
Territorial
changes
  • Military bases in Mese captured by rebels
  • The town is deserted
Belligerents
State Administration Council Karenni Nationalities Defence Force
Karenni National Progressive Party
People's Defence Force
Progressive Karenni People's Force
Karenni National People's Liberation Front
Karen National Liberation Army
Commanders and leaders
Colonel Phone Naing
Units involved

Tatmadaw

KNPP

Strength
20 soldiers
10 police officers
Unknown
Casualties and losses
4,000 people displaced

The Battle of Mese took place during the first half of 2023 for control of Mese Township on the border between Myanmar and Thailand in Kayah State. The battle was a part of the current Myanmar civil war.