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Five Civilians Killed as Myanmar Military Unleashes Bombers in Battle for Namkham

Junta forces deploy airstrikes to defend key base under siege from resistance 1027 offensive in northern Shan State. 
The Irrawaddy

Five Civilians Killed as Myanmar Military Unleashes Bombers in Battle for Namkham

Junta forces deploy airstrikes to defend key base under siege from resistance 1027 offensive in northern Shan State. 

Myanmar Junta Loses Dozens of Troops, More Bases in Three Days of Resistance Attacks

The Irrawaddy’s latest roundup includes incidents in Shan and Rakhine states and Mandalay, Magwe, Sagaing and Tanintharyi regions.
The Irrawaddy

Myanmar Junta Loses Dozens of Troops, More Bases in Three Days of Resistance Attacks

The Irrawaddy’s latest roundup includes incidents in Shan and Rakhine states and Mandalay, Magwe, Sagaing and Tanintharyi regions.

Kawkareik Civilians Suffer in Myanmar Junta Bombardments

Around 20 percent of residents remain in Kawkareik town, Karen State, near the Thai border as resistance forces fight to seize the trade hub.  
The Irrawaddy

Kawkareik Civilians Suffer in Myanmar Junta Bombardments

Around 20 percent of residents remain in Kawkareik town, Karen State, near the Thai border as resistance forces fight to seize the trade hub.  

UN Calls for Urgent Action to Stop Arms Flow to Myanmar Junta as Civilian Casualties Soar

Countries must act now to ground junta jets and helicopter gunships that are attacking villages, schools, hospitals, and camps, says special rapporteur.
The Irrawaddy

UN Calls for Urgent Action to Stop Arms Flow to Myanmar Junta as Civilian Casualties Soar

Countries must act now to ground junta jets and helicopter gunships that are attacking villages, schools, hospitals, and camps, says special rapporteur.

Myanmar Junta Asks China to Pressure Brotherhood Alliance to End Offensive

Regime foreign minister visits Beijing for first talks with his Chinese counterpart since the ethnic alliance seized control of territory along the Myanmar-China border.
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Myanmar Junta Asks China to Pressure Brotherhood Alliance to End Offensive

Regime foreign minister visits Beijing for first talks with his Chinese counterpart since the ethnic alliance seized control of territory along the Myanmar-China border.

In Myanmar’s War-Torn Loikaw, Volunteers Venture Out to Save Pets Left Behind

The battle for Loikaw sparked an exodus last month, but many of those who fled gun fire, airstrikes and shelling had to leave pets behind. Volunteers are caring for them – where they can.
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In Myanmar’s War-Torn Loikaw, Volunteers Venture Out to Save Pets Left Behind

The battle for Loikaw sparked an exodus last month, but many of those who fled gun fire, airstrikes and shelling had to leave pets behind. Volunteers are caring for them – where they can.

‘Hundreds’ of Civil Servants Desert Myanmar Junta in Sagaing as Resistance Offensive Expands

Around 400 officials have defected to civilian township administrations, according to the parallel National Unity Government.
The Irrawaddy

‘Hundreds’ of Civil Servants Desert Myanmar Junta in Sagaing as Resistance Offensive Expands

Around 400 officials have defected to civilian township administrations, according to the parallel National Unity Government.

Over 660 Women Killed by Myanmar Junta Forces Since Coup

According to the Burmese Women’s Union, nearly 40 women were killed in shelling, air strikes and other types of attacks last month alone.
The Irrawaddy

Over 660 Women Killed by Myanmar Junta Forces Since Coup

According to the Burmese Women’s Union, nearly 40 women were killed in shelling, air strikes and other types of attacks last month alone.

Over 300 Civilians Reportedly Killed as Retreating Myanmar Military Ups Atrocities

Regime troops have carried out at least 11 massacres while pounding communities across six states and regions since the start of the resistance offensive on October 27, the parallel civilian government says. 
The Irrawaddy

Over 300 Civilians Reportedly Killed as Retreating Myanmar Military Ups Atrocities

Regime troops have carried out at least 11 massacres while pounding communities across six states and regions since the start of the resistance offensive on October 27, the parallel civilian government says. 

Myanmar Junta, Russian Officials Meet for Security, Military Consultations

The two sides discussed military and law enforcement ties and signed MoUs on bilateral cooperation and information security, junta media said.
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Myanmar Junta, Russian Officials Meet for Security, Military Consultations

The two sides discussed military and law enforcement ties and signed MoUs on bilateral cooperation and information security, junta media said.

Myanmar Junta Continues to Lose Troops, Bases in 5 Days of Resistance Attacks

The Irrawaddy’s latest roundup covers incidents in Rakhine, Kachin, Shan and Karenni (Kayah) states and Magwe and Sagaing regions.
The Irrawaddy

Myanmar Junta Continues to Lose Troops, Bases in 5 Days of Resistance Attacks

The Irrawaddy’s latest roundup covers incidents in Rakhine, Kachin, Shan and Karenni (Kayah) states and Magwe and Sagaing regions.

Ethnic Army Battles to Seize Another Base From Myanmar Junta Near Border With China

Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army targets regime’s hilltop base near Laukkaing Town as it prepares to take the capital of Kokang zone near the border with China. 
The Irrawaddy

Ethnic Army Battles to Seize Another Base From Myanmar Junta Near Border With China

Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army targets regime’s hilltop base near Laukkaing Town as it prepares to take the capital of Kokang zone near the border with China. 

Sagaing Villagers Stranded, Fear Another Attack After Myanmar Junta Raid

Regime troops and Pyu Saw Htee allies attacked a Monywa Township village on Saturday in response to a series of resistance strikes around the regional capital.  
The Irrawaddy

Sagaing Villagers Stranded, Fear Another Attack After Myanmar Junta Raid

Regime troops and Pyu Saw Htee allies attacked a Monywa Township village on Saturday in response to a series of resistance strikes around the regional capital.  

As Shelling Intensifies, Myanmar’s Rakhine State is Running Out of Food

Junta blockade has also caused severe fuel shortages, while restrictions on movement are preventing charities from delivering aid, residents say.
The Irrawaddy

As Shelling Intensifies, Myanmar’s Rakhine State is Running Out of Food

Junta blockade has also caused severe fuel shortages, while restrictions on movement are preventing charities from delivering aid, residents say.

Myanmar Junta Boss Tries to Drive Wedge Between Ethnic Armies, Civilians

He trotted out the military’s old ‘three national causes’ rhetoric in a bid to persuade the public the junta is all that stands in the way of national disintegration.
The Irrawaddy

Myanmar Junta Boss Tries to Drive Wedge Between Ethnic Armies, Civilians

He trotted out the military’s old ‘three national causes’ rhetoric in a bid to persuade the public the junta is all that stands in the way of national disintegration.

The Existential Threat Facing Myanmar’s Junta 

The battlefield tactics and level of coordination being displayed by its adversaries are unlike anything the military has encountered before. Part 2 of a two-part series.
The Irrawaddy

The Existential Threat Facing Myanmar’s Junta 

The battlefield tactics and level of coordination being displayed by its adversaries are unlike anything the military has encountered before. Part 2 of a two-part series.

Myanmar Resistance Seizes First Town in Bago Region: KNU

The KNLA and PDFs pushed all junta forces out of Mone after fierce clashes, it said. The town is strategically located on roads leading to Naypyitaw and the Thai border.
The Irrawaddy

Myanmar Resistance Seizes First Town in Bago Region: KNU

The KNLA and PDFs pushed all junta forces out of Mone after fierce clashes, it said. The town is strategically located on roads leading to Naypyitaw and the Thai border.

Depleted Myanmar Military Urges Deserters to Return to Barracks

The junta said deserters would not be punished for minor crimes, highlighting the military’s shortage of troops as resistance offensives inflict mounting losses on it.
The Irrawaddy

Depleted Myanmar Military Urges Deserters to Return to Barracks

The junta said deserters would not be punished for minor crimes, highlighting the military’s shortage of troops as resistance offensives inflict mounting losses on it.

Myanmar Junta Forces Massacre at Least 11 Villagers in Sagaing’s Monywa

The shot and charred bodies of the civilians were found after Kya Paing Village was raided by regime soldiers and allied militia groups on Saturday, locals said.
The Irrawaddy

Myanmar Junta Forces Massacre at Least 11 Villagers in Sagaing’s Monywa

The shot and charred bodies of the civilians were found after Kya Paing Village was raided by regime soldiers and allied militia groups on Saturday, locals said.

Putting the Myanmar Military’s Recent Losses in Perspective

Is the downfall of the junta really imminent? Four factors must be taken into account when making a realistic assessment of the situation.
The Irrawaddy

Putting the Myanmar Military’s Recent Losses in Perspective

Is the downfall of the junta really imminent? Four factors must be taken into account when making a realistic assessment of the situation.

Myanmar Regime Snatching Civilians Across Rakhine State as Fighting Rages  

Dozens of residents have been detained in the two weeks since the Arakan Army opened a new front in the nationwide resistance offensive, locals say.
The Irrawaddy

Myanmar Regime Snatching Civilians Across Rakhine State as Fighting Rages  

Dozens of residents have been detained in the two weeks since the Arakan Army opened a new front in the nationwide resistance offensive, locals say.

Myanmar Regime Runs Low on Dollars, Increasing Fuel Prices

The junta’s Central Bank of Myanmar can no longer afford to offer fuel importers its official exchange rate of 2,100 kyats per dollar.
The Irrawaddy

Myanmar Regime Runs Low on Dollars, Increasing Fuel Prices

The junta’s Central Bank of Myanmar can no longer afford to offer fuel importers its official exchange rate of 2,100 kyats per dollar.

Full Civilian Rule Restored in First Large Town Seized by Myanmar Resistance: NUG

Kawlin in Sagaing Region is rapidly rebooting its health, justice and education services following almost three years under military rule.
The Irrawaddy

Full Civilian Rule Restored in First Large Town Seized by Myanmar Resistance: NUG

Kawlin in Sagaing Region is rapidly rebooting its health, justice and education services following almost three years under military rule.

Thailand Says Ready to Receive Myanmar War Refugees

Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara said Bangkok was monitoring the situation after fighting flared near the border and called on all parties to cease hostilities.
The Irrawaddy

Thailand Says Ready to Receive Myanmar War Refugees

Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara said Bangkok was monitoring the situation after fighting flared near the border and called on all parties to cease hostilities.

ASEAN Urged to Stop Calling For ‘Inclusive Talks’ Between Myanmar Junta and Its Victims

More than 600 civil society groups issue joint statement calling on the regional bloc to respect the will of Myanmar citizens and hold the junta to account for its atrocities.
The Irrawaddy

ASEAN Urged to Stop Calling For ‘Inclusive Talks’ Between Myanmar Junta and Its Victims

More than 600 civil society groups issue joint statement calling on the regional bloc to respect the will of Myanmar citizens and hold the junta to account for its atrocities.

Operation 1027 Will Not End Until Myanmar’s Junta is Removed, Ethnic Army Says

The Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army is now focused on removing the junta from territory near the border with China, but its objective is to free Myanmar from military rule.
The Irrawaddy

Operation 1027 Will Not End Until Myanmar’s Junta is Removed, Ethnic Army Says

The Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army is now focused on removing the junta from territory near the border with China, but its objective is to free Myanmar from military rule.

Charting the Shifting Power Balance on Myanmar’s Battlefields 

For the first time ever, the Myanmar military is under attack in 12 of the country’s 14 states and regions. Has it finally met its match? Part 1 of a two-part series.
The Irrawaddy

Charting the Shifting Power Balance on Myanmar’s Battlefields 

For the first time ever, the Myanmar military is under attack in 12 of the country’s 14 states and regions. Has it finally met its match? Part 1 of a two-part series.

Junta Watch: India Comes Calling After Regime Loses Border Towns; Dictator Complains of Resistance’s ‘Excessive Force’; and More

Also this week, the junta boss played up relations with Beijing just a week after anti-China rallies, and five major claims about Operation 1027 were debunked as lies.
The Irrawaddy

Junta Watch: India Comes Calling After Regime Loses Border Towns; Dictator Complains of Resistance’s ‘Excessive Force’; and More

Also this week, the junta boss played up relations with Beijing just a week after anti-China rallies, and five major claims about Operation 1027 were debunked as lies.

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