Following devastating floods that claimed over 30 lives, Myanmar’s military junta is reportedly escalating violence in the Tanintharyi Region. Despite the widespread suffering caused by the recent flooding, the junta is actively bombing villages impacted by the disaster. Resistance sources indicate these attacks are aimed at gaining territorial control in the region. The bombings are exacerbating the humanitarian crisis, hindering rescue and aid efforts for those affected by the floods. This action demonstrates a continued disregard for civilian safety amidst an ongoing conflict. The junta’s strategy appears to exploit the vulnerability of communities already weakened by natural disaster to consolidate its power within Tanintharyi Region.