In Maungdaw town, Rakhine State, Arakan Army soldiers were reportedly using loudspeakers at street entrances and exits to order the demolition of fences belonging to Rohingya homes, according to an eyewitness account shared with wsnews24.com.
Residents expressed concern that these orders not only damaged Rohingya houses but also undermined security and could expose the community to greater risks.
In addition, two shops in Kyaukhlaga Market in northern Maungdaw were looted. Most locals suspect AA soldiers were involved, but Arakan Army administrative officials have failed to carry out thorough investigations, further heightening public anxiety.
While senior Arakan Army officials have been focusing on tightening border security, international observers note that rank-and-file members are undermining local security. As a result, the safety of Rohingya civilians is increasingly at risk.
