The Arakan Army (AA) and allied forces fully captured the Point 666 hilltop base under KaPaSa No. 16 command in Pantawng Township at approximately 5:40 PM on January 28, overcoming junta airstrikes through coordinated encirclement and assault, an AA military official confirmed to AB News on January 30. Junta forces mounted strong resistance with intense airstrikes to prevent the base's fall, but AA and allied troops secured full control, according to the official. The position had been previously captured by AA but temporarily abandoned due to sustained air bombardments, allowing junta reoccupation. AA officials reported heavy junta casualties, with some soldiers fleeing; several junta bodies, weapons, and ammunition were seized from the base. Unconfirmed reports indicate 200-300 junta conscripts were stationed there. Ongoing junta airstrikes target Point 666 and surrounding areas in Pantawng Township, while AA and allies pursue retreating junta troops near KaPaSa 16, sources told AB News.
