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Junta slashes power in 2 major Myanmar cities
Source: Radio Free Asia
The junta-controlled Yangon Electricity Supply Corp. said that starting Jan. 5, the city would receive electricity for only eight hours a day on a rotating schedule.
By RFA Burmese
China Joins Nations Snubbing Junta on Myanmar Independence Day
Source: Irrawaddy
Of the junta’s two major allies, only Russia sent a congratulatory message for Myanmar’s 77th Independence Day, with China eschewing the traditional mark of respect.
By Maung KAVI | Irrawaddy
Junta Calls on People in Resistance Areas and Abroad to Return Home
Source: Burma News International
The statement said that anyone returning who had not taken arms up against the junta or fundraised for the revolution would be leniently treated and could get their job back if they were previously employed by the government
By Than Lwin News
Cyber Scams Networks Thrive in Shan State
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News
At first glance, they appear to be warehouses for storing corn, a common goods in the region.
By Shan Herald Agency for News
Myanmar addicts battle their demons in the ‘House of Love’
Source: France24
More than a hundred shaven-headed men pour out of their Yangon hostel around 6 am for a day of weightlifting, karate drills, dancing and Buddhist prayer — drug rehabilitation, Myanmar style.
Agence France-Presse
Two boats with more than 260 Rohingya refugees arrives in Indonesia’s coast
Source: Associated Press
More than 260 weak and hungry Rohingya refugees, mostly women and children, have landed in Indonesia in two boats, officials said Monday.
By Rahmat Mirza; Edna Tarigan
Junta’s Writ Only Runs in One-Third of Myanmar: NUG
Source: Irrawaddy
The military regime now controls only 107 of Myanmar’s 330 townships or 32 percent, according to a report by the civilian National Unity Government (NUG).
By Irrawaddy
Arakan Army Has Myanmar Junta’s Weapons Factories in Its Sights
Source: Irrawaddy
The fall of the Myanmar military’s Western Command headquarters in Rakhine State’s Ann Township last month has exposed regime weapons factories along the Irrawaddy River to resistance attacks.
By Maung THURA | Irrawaddy
Myanmar Junta Boss Warns Resistance as Regime Loses Ground Nationwide
Source: Irrawaddy
Junta boss Min Aung Hlaing has declared his regime “will not yield to demands from the gun” made by groups fighting for democracy or autonomy.
Maung KAVI | Irrawaddy
Concerns grow as gangs in Myanmar increase production and slash prices of synthetic drugs
Source: The Straits Times
Record seizures of synthetic drugs in East and South-east Asia have set off alarm bells, as reports emerge of heightened production in Myanmar amid the chaos of civil war.
By Zaihan Mohamed Yusof
Russia completes delivery of six Su-30SME fighters to Myanmar for counter-insurgency operations.
Source: Army Recognition
The delivery, financed through a Russian loan, concluded with the official commissioning of the final two aircraft on December 15, 2024.
By Army Recognition
Will Myanmar’s Rebels Trouble Bangladesh’s Borders?
Source: Caracal
Known for its violent clashes with Islamist Rohingya factions and its contentious history with Bangladesh, the Arakan Army’s growing influence raises critical concerns.
By Caracal
Employers reminded to register workers from neighbouring countries
Source: The Nation
The Labour Ministry on Sunday reminded employers of unskilled workers from neighbouring countries to properly register their workforce to ensure that they would receive healthcare under the social security system.
By The Nation
Artists protest outside Chinese embassy in Washington over Beijing’s interference in Myanmar
Source: Narinjara News
A group of Myanmar artists in the United States held a protest demonstration against Beiing’s interference in Myanmar’s internal affairs outside the Chinese embassy in Washington DC, at around 2 pm on 3 January.
By Khaing Lu Hla (Roma Mray)
Christmas gift for democratic actors of Myanmar: Czech parliamentarians refuse junta representatives and disregard planned sham voting
Source: Mizzima
It is worth mentioning that the resolutions represent several significant deeds (among others):
By Mizzima
Intense fighting continues at Myanmar junta’s Kataingti camp in Karen State
Source: Mizzima
Fierce clashes persist at the Myanmar junta’s Kataingti camp along the Hpapun-Kamamaung road in Hpapun Township, Karen State, according to a military source on the ground.
By Mizzima
Myanmar’s Independence Day and relationship with Thailand
Source: The Nation
Department of International Trade Promotion reported that Thailand is Myanmar’s top export market, with a value of USD 2.57 billion over the past eight months, according to Myanmar’s Ministry of Commerce statistics
By The Nation
Myanmar releases thousands of prisoners to mark Independence Day
Source: Assoctiated Press
There was no sign that the prisoner release would include Aung San Suu Kyi, who has been held virtually incommunicado by the military since its seizure of power.
Assoctiated Press
MMEA Intercepts Boats With 300 Myanmar Nationals Off Langkawi
Source: Bernama
MMEA provided immediate assistance, including food supplies and drinking water, before escorting the boats out of Malaysian waters to continue their journey,” he said in a statement on Saturday (Jan 4).
By Bernama
Govt. considers deporting Rohingya refugees at this point: Minister
Source: Daily Mirror
Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Ananda Wijepala told the Daily Mirror that the government is considering on deporting Rohingya refugees who recently arrived in Mullaitivu after following the legal process and discussions
By Safrah Fazal
Mandalay-PDF to form new brigade in Sagaing Region
Source: Myanmar Peace Monitor | Burma News International
The Mandalay People’s Defense Force (MDY-PDF), which operates within Mandalay Region, announced on 30 December that it will establish a new brigade in Sagaing Region.
By Shanni Voice
IDPs in Dawei Township Urgently Need Medication
Source: Burma News International
Many internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the east of Dawei Township in Tanintharyi Region who do not have proper accommodation are also suffering from influenza (flu) and urgently need medication.
By Karen Information Center
KIA Expects Kachin State Conflicts to Escalate in 2025
Source: Burma News International
“The fighting will continue into 2025, and we are determined to carry on until our goals are achieved. We anticipate the conflict will intensify further, but we will not stop until our objectives are realised.”
By Myitkyina Journal
Junta’s New Year Airstrikes Kill at Least 20 Throughout Myanmar
Source: Irrawaddy
The junta launched airstrikes and a drone attack in at least five regions and states of Myanmar on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, killing at least 20 people and destroying civilian homes and religious buildings, according to residents.
By Hein Htoo Zan | Irrawaddy
Malaysia doubles patrols to find Myanmar migrant boats after nearly 200 detained
Source: Reuters
Malaysia’s coastguard said on Friday it was doubling patrols in its waters to locate boats carrying undocumented Myanmar migrants, after almost 200 were detained on an island in the northwestern Malaysian state of Kedah.
By Reuters