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Regime enacts new Passport Law, tightening overseas travel restrictions
Source: Development Media Group
Myanmar’s military regime has enacted a new Passport Law on March 17, further tightening restrictions on citizens’ right to travel abroad.
AA Fighters Capture Bunker as Army Column Collapses in Heavy Fighting
Source: Narinjara News | By Khaing Lu Hla
A column of Myanmar junta’s army has collapsed and their bunker is captured by the Arakan Army (AA) fighters in an intensified fighting across Kyaukphyu township of Rakhine State.
Spring Revolution Alliance calls for talks in ongoing armed confrontation between Brotherhood Alliance members
Source: Mizzima
The SRA said that since the success of Operation 1027, the Three Brotherhood Alliance composed of the TNLA, MNDAA, and Arakan Army (AA) has maintained strong ties and solidarity among oppressed groups, which all Spring Revolution forces admire and respect.
NUG acting president Duwa Lashi La denounces “puppet parliament” in Myanmar and announces federal democratic leading council
Source: Mizzima
On the morning of 16 March, Acting President Duwa Lashi La of the National Unity Government (NUG) addressed the 9th session of the Pyidaungsu Hluttaw, issuing a sharp warning against the military junta’s attempts to secure international legitimacy through its newly convened parliament
Brotherhood Alliance tensions explode as MNDAA seizes Kutkai and advances on Namhkam
Source: Mizzima
Following the capture of Kutkai, the MNDAA immediately pushed forward, launching a large-scale offensive toward Namhkam on the morning of 16 March.
Floods, Extortion, and Labor Shortages Force Farmers to Abandon Fields in Southern Shan State
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
Instead of preparing their land, many farmers are leaving it idle. Devastating floods, rising costs, severe labor shortages, and mounting taxes imposed by armed groups have created what locals describe as an impossible situation.
From Myanmar Junta Chief’s Henchman to Upper House Speaker
Source: The Irrawaddy
Prior to his election as the speaker of the first post-coup Upper House on Wednesday, U Aung Lin Dwe served as the secretary of the junta’s governing body, the State Administration Council, from its formation in February 2021 until it was replaced with the State Security and Peace Commission in July 2025.
China Warns Ethnic Alliance Not to Intervene in TNLA-MNDAA Conflict
Source: The Irrawaddy | Sy Shwe Nwe
The TNLA has repeatedly asked the grouping—through letters and personal appeals—to mediate the escalating tensions between it and the MNDAA. But Beijing instructed the FPNCC to stay out of the dispute.
Myanmar Civil War Drives Drugs Epidemic in Thai Hills
Source: Pulitzer Center | By Nathaphob Sungkate; Luke Duggleby
Hundreds of thousands of people in northern Thailand have become collateral damage from the civil war in neighbouring Myanmar, turning to drugs as supply through the area rockets on the back of the conflict.
US ‘spy’, journalist Matthew VanDyke led Ukrainian veterans into Myanmar terror conspiracy targeting India, NIA probe says
Source: The Week | By The Week News Desk
Among them, the US national Mathew VanDyke has a background described as diverse, with prior roles in conflict zones and private military activities
Ten suspects caught en route to Myanmar scam hub
Source: Bangkok Post | By Piyarach Chongcharoen
Police have arrested seven Chinese nationals and three Myanmar men at a rented property, where they were reportedly waiting to travel to a scam base in the Myanmar border town of Payathonzu.
Ukraine Demands India Release 6 Citizens Detained Over Myanmar Drone Allegations
Source: Kyiv Post | By Yuliia Zavadska
Ukraine has demanded that India release six of its citizens detained over allegations they entered Myanmar to train armed groups in drone warfare, the Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday.
Junta Closed Cases En Masse Twice in Four Months
Source: ISP Myanmar | Tracker
On March 2, 2026, the SSPC granted amnesty to 22,649 individuals facing charges, including those already imprisoned. Of these, 19,824 were people arrested, prosecuted, or tried in absentia under Section 50(j) and Section 52(a) of the Counter-Terrorism Law.
Junta Reinforcing Troops and Supplies in Hpruso Township
Source: Kantarawaddy Times
The military column is advancing in two directions. They have been pushing forward for two consecutive days from the eastern and western sides
Vehicles Stranded for Over a Month on Myeik–Dawei Road
Source: Independent Mon News Agency | By monnews
Fighting has continued since early February as joint revolutionary forces launched attacks to seize the Winwa police station, while the military junta responded with reinforcements, mortar shelling, and airstrikes.
Iron ore mining in KIO-controlled areas raises environmental and health concerns
Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group
Iron ore mining is expanding in Shwegu and Waingmaw townships, with most operations run by Chinese nationals.
MNDAA Turns on Kachin Army as Shan Alliances Break Under China Border Pressure
Source: The Irrawaddy
KIA spokesperson Colonel Naw Bu told The Irrawaddy Tuesday that while MNDAA fighters have asked KIA personnel to dismantle their outposts along the road, no formal request has yet been made.
Vital Myanmar-China trade route under ethnic Kokang Chinese MNDAA control?
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor
The KIA source added that the MNDAA, an ethnic armed group representing the Kokang Chinese in Myanmar, is acting at the behest of China’s government in Beijing.
India Detains Six Ukrainians, American Over Alleged Militia Training in Myanmar
Source: Kyiv Post | By Alisa Orlova
Authorities claim the individuals trained ethnic armed groups allegedly linked to insurgent movements operating inside India.
Seven foreigners arrested in India after allegedly training Myanmar rebels: Reports
Source: Channel News Asia | By Agence France-Presse
Indian investigators have arrested seven foreigners, including six Ukrainians and an American, on suspicion of illegally crossing into neighbouring Myanmar to train armed militia groups, the public radio broadcaster reported on Tuesday (Mar 17).
Myanmar’s post-coup parliament sits packed with junta allies
Source: France 24 | By Agence France-Presse
The majority of MPs hail from the pro-military Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP), while most of the remainder belong to the armed forces, who are entitled to a quarter of seats under the constitution.
Myanmar parliament convenes as country prepares for new era of military rule
Source: Reuters | By Martin Petty
Myanmar’s parliament convened on Monday for the first time since a coup five years ago, in one of the final steps in a nominal return to democracy where its powerful military retains tight control.
Peace through force is not a last strategy
Source: Independent Mon News Agency | By monnews
The current path cannot be called a peace strategy. It may only lead to temporary ceasefires.
Military Cooperation to Be Strengthened During Drafting of Mon Revolutionary Charter
Source: Independent Mon News Agency | By monnews
During the drafting of the Mon State Revolutionary Charter, military cooperation among Mon revolutionary organizations will be strengthened, according to a spokesperson for the Mon Revolutionary Forum.
DKBA dismisses two officers over alleged ties to resistance forces
Source: Burma News International | By Karen Information Center
The Karen armed force, known for its close ties with the junta, announced the decision on March 11.