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Myanmar Military Bombs Ponnagyun Cave Pagoda, Ruining Ancient Statues
Source: Narinjara News
According to local residents, military forces based in Sittwe launched a coordinated assault at approximately 10:00 PM on September 4, utilizing both heavy artillery and airstrikes against the cultural landmark.
For a new strategic partnership between the EU and the legitimate Burmese democratic institutions
Source: Mizzima | By Cecilia Brighi and U Maung Maung
Myanmar should be integrated more clearly into the European Union’s broader Indo-Pacific strategy.
India Courts Myanmar for Heavy Rare Earth Elements – Kachin Rebels Hold the Strategic Ground
Source: Rare Earth Exchanges | By Daniel
The KIA controls over 500 rare-earth sites in Kachin State as of 2026, making it the world’s top rebel-controlled heavy rare earth upstream asset according to REEx rankings.
Rohingya crisis has become more intense: Shama
Source: New Age | By Staff Correspondent
The state minister-2 said the situation on the other side of the border has become increasingly complicated, with the Myanmar government and the Arakan Army divided into different factions
Rohingya crisis becoming regional security threat: Salahuddin
Source: The Business Standard
“This whole-of-government approach is essential because the Rohingya crisis today has both humanitarian and security dimensions, which require the highest level of political attention.
Without Political Guarantees, Peace Process Will Remain Just a Record
Source: CNI News | By Nan Shwe Sin Htun
If there are no guarantees for political rights to achieve the peace desired by all Myanmar citizens, peace talks will end up being recorded on paper only, Colonel Khun Okkar, Chairman of the Pa-O National Liberation Organization
Moving Forward with De-escalation in Compartments for Military and Political Matters
Source: CNI News | By Nan Shwe Sin Htun
President U Min Aung Hlaing appears to be navigating military and political matters through piecemeal, compartmentalized de-escalation, Colonel Khun Okkar, Chairman of the Pa-O National Liberation Organization (PNLO-NCA/S), told CNI News.
KIO Questions Nearly 200 PoWs Captured in Riverine Ambush Near Shwegu
Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group
KIO spokesperson Colonel Naw Bu said. “It is too early to specify the exact ratio of active soldiers to non-combatants, but everyone has been relocated to a safe location, and questioning is underway.”
KNU signs off on designation of 33 ‘Kaw’ territories covering nearly 400,000 acres
Source: Burma News International | By Karen Information Center
The 33 ‘Kaw’ territories are areas governed under the traditional systems of Indigenous communities.
Over 3,000 Garment Jobs Lost as H&M Supplier Teng Hui Exits Yangon
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Phoe Tar
Teng Hui currently operates five factories in the western Yangon township, employing mainly women at one the largest garment operations in the country.
Russia Delivered Only 14 Combat Aircraft in 8 Months of 2026 While Losing 10, Export Shipments to Belarus, Algeria, Myanmar Continue Despite Production Strain
Source: Defense Press | By Ivan Kyrychevskiy
Over first eight months of 2026, Russian military-industrial complex manufactured and delivered to russian Aerospace Forces approximately six Su-35S, four Su-57, two Su-34 and two Su-30SM2 aircraft, totaling 14 aircraft.
Myanmar leader begins Vietnam trip with visit to defence-telecom group
Source: Reuters | By Khanh Vu and Phuong Nguyen
On the first day of his three-day visit, Min Aung Hlaing is expected to meet executives of Viettel, a telecommunications and defence corporation owned by Vietnam’s defence ministry, said two people briefed on the matter.
Head of Myanmar’s military-backed government visits Vietnam in bid to normalize ties
Source: The Associated Press
The outreach is part of an attempt to rebuild regional ties that deteriorated after Min Aung Hlaing ousted Aung San Suu Kyi’s government in February 2021 while serving as army chief.
Chinese Scammers Reach Myanmar’s Heartland, Min Aung Hlaing’s SCO Snub, and More
Source: The Irrawaddy
Regime authorities raided an online scam center in Mandalay’s Maha Aung Myay Township on Wednesday, arresting at least 10 suspects including Chinese nationals, sources told The Irrawaddy.
Monthly Summary of Key Events in Karenni (August 2026)
Source: Kantarawaddy Times
According to news reports published by Kantarawaddy Times during August, a recurring pattern of attacks, especially drone strikes, can be observed in Karenni State, particularly in Hpruso Township.
Junta Blames ARSA Violence for 2017 Rohingya Exodus, Rejects ‘Rohingya’ Identity
Source: Narinjara News
In the statement, the regime strongly opposed the use of the term “Rohingya,” reiterating its long-standing position against the recognition of ethnic identities it claims do not exist within Myanmar.
Youth engagement expands to promote social cohesion in Arakan State
Source: Development Media Group
Initiatives promoting social cohesion across Arakan State are expanding through constructive, informal dialogues and cultural exchange forums among youth from diverse ethnic communities.
ULA/AA now indispensable to Rohingya repatriation process: CAS
Source: Development Media Group
The United League of Arakan/Arakan Army (ULA/AA) has become an indispensable actor in any future repatriation of Rohingya refugees from Bangladesh because of changing territorial control in Arakan State
Myanmar junta appoints only military officers to vacant positions in Myanmar Space Agency
Source: Mizzima
According to the Myanmar Gazette published on 28 August, the junta has appointed 19 military officers from the Ministry of Defence to vacant positions within the Myanmar Space Agency (MSA).
Regime Threatens Families of Overseas Workers Who Send Cash Via Unofficial Channels
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Phoe Tar
The regime has warned that migrants could be banned from working abroad and have their passports and Overseas Worker Identification Cards revoked if they failed to comply with the remittance procedures.
4 Per Day: Civilian Casualties Surge as Regime Targets Rakhine Communities
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Lin Thit
The Myanmar military carried out 27 airstrikes on Arakan Army (AA)-controlled towns across Rakhine and Chin states in July and August, killing and injuring more than 200 civilians.
War-bruised Myanmar finds relief in bareknuckle bloodsport
Source: France 24 | By Agence France-Presse
In a country consumed by conflict, a sport defined by brutality dominates: Myanmar’s lethwei martial art, where headbutts are encouraged and knock-out blows are the aim of the game.
Shafiqur, Malaysian envoy discuss energy crisis, Rohingya repatriation
Source: United News of Bangladesh
The meeting also discussed in detail Malaysia’s possible role in addressing Bangladesh’s ongoing energy crisis and the issue of Rohingya repatriation.
Junta River Vessel Carrying Military Families and Officials Surrenders to KIA Near Bhamo
Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group
“Military families, police officers, soldiers, and civil servants were on the vessel,” a local resistance fighter told the Kachin News Group (KNG).
AA Commander-in-Chief Delivers Video Message at First Conference of Karenni National Defense Force
Source: Narinjara News | By Khaing Lu Hla
In his video address, General Twan Myat Naing encouraged the KNDF to continue strengthening its forces.