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Japan’s top diplomat says Myanmar election may deepen division
Source: The Mainichi
“It’s regrettable that sufficient efforts, sought by Myanmar citizens and the international community, have yet to be made to achieve political progress, including the release of detainees and sincere dialogue between the parties involved.”
IOM Delivers Life-Saving Assistance Following Major Fire in Cox’s Bazar Refugee Camp
Source: International Organization for Migration
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has launched an emergency response following a large fire in a Rohingya refugee camp in Cox’s Bazar early Tuesday morning.
FDI Dropped 74% Since the Coup
Source: ISP-Myanmar | Tracker
With foreign investment drying up after the coup, the State Security and Peace Commission (SSPC) has invited new inflows—especially from China.
83 migrant workers caught in Kanchanaburi
Source: Bangkok Post | By Online Reporters
The smugglers were believed to have been hired by Thai businesses that wanted to bring migrant workers into the country, said Pol Col Phakapol Suchol, chief of Highway Police Division 2.
Myanmar cuts export FX conversion to 15%, lifting Thai trade
Source: The Nation
The move should allow exporters to manage their export income more flexibly, reduce pressure from having to convert a larger share at the official rate, and support business liquidity.
Thailand reopens border ferry docks after month-long closure
Source: Burma News International | By Karen Information Center
“The docks are operating normally at the moment, but across the river, in Hteemeiwahkhee Village in Myawaddy Township, there seems to be heavy fighting. We can hear artillery and gunfire,” the aforementioned source added
Muslim militiamen flee junta camps in Sittwe amid oppression, discrimination
Source: Development Media Group
Members of the Muslim community say the militiamen are escaping from junta battalions in Sittwe due to ethnic discrimination by military officers, forced labour and other abuses.
Rakhine traditional textile weaving sector encounters difficulties sourcing raw materials
Source: Narinjara News | By Kyaw Thiha
Some Rakhine traditional loom weavers are residing in IDP camps, yet they are struggling to survive because of the scarcity of raw materials.
Junta staff return to Mogok to resume administration
Source: Burma News International | By The Voice of Shan Ni
Junta-appointed civilian staff have returned to Mogok Town in Mandalay Region after the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) withdrew and the junta reasserted control, according to locals familiar with the situation.
Half of Banmauk Town falls back into junta and SNA control
Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group
Joint junta–SNA forces have also recaptured several villages surrounding Banmauk, forcing resistance forces to withdraw from roughly half of the town, frontline sources acknowledged.
Military Elections Will Not Resolve Myanmar’s Deeper Problems
Source: Asia Society
Two main factors will decide whether 2026 brings new developments or more of the same.
Why a veteran pro-democracy figure is running in Myanmar’s military-led election
Source: NHK World | By Kitai Genki
Against possible criticism, Ko Ko Gyi, a prominent figure once regarded as a possible successor to the country’s last democratically elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi, has chosen to run. He tells NHK why
Junta Airstrike on AA Prison Kills Captured Regime Troops, Relatives in Rakhine
Source: The Irrawaddy
A total of 21 captured regime soldiers and their family members were killed and 30 wounded on Tuesday evening when the Myanmar junta carried out airstrikes against a prison run by the ethnic Arakan Army (AA)
Myanmar Junta ‘Firing Nonstop’ as AA Tightens Noose on Rakhine Naval HQ
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Lin Thit
Fighting has advanced to within 3.6 km of Danyawaddy naval base and around villages close to the Kyaukphyu-Danyawaddy junction.
ASEAN chair Philippines hopes to widen talks with anti-junta forces in Myanmar
Source: Reuters | By Karen Lema
Current ASEAN chair the Philippines said it looked forward to further talks with opponents of Myanmar’s ruling junta, and expected to engage more groups while staying open to the outcome of its general elections, but has not endorsed the vote.
Airstrikes and Drone Warfare Kill Civilians as Rangers Deliver Lifesaving Aid
Source: Free Burma Rangers | Weekly Dispatch
The Burma military intensified airstrikes, artillery, and drone attacks across Karen State, killing four people and injuring at least eight civilians and resistance fighters.
Many POWs, family members killed instantly in junta airstrike
Source: Narinjara News | By Khaing Lu Hla
The junta air force conducted an airstrike on the site where the prisoners of war and their family members were held in Kyauktaw township, located in northern Arakan (Rakhine) state.
Catholic Charities calms Burma immigration rollback concern
Source: WANE 15 | By Allie McKibben
A northeastern Indiana immigration service is sensing growing concern for the Burmese national population. Its staff said there’s no need to sound the alarm.
Chinese nationals trapped and tortured at Myanmar scam compound operated by son of DKBA leader
Source: Mizzima | By Han Htoo Zaw
There is a resort known as Wa Le Zheng Hei Company in Myawaddy where more than 1,000 Chinese nationals are being held.
IPCM calls for journalists’ safe access to information and protection
Source: Burma News International | By Karen Information Center
The Independent Press Council Myanmar (IPCM) issued a statement on January 19 calling for journalists working in conflict situations to be guaranteed safe access to information and effective protection.
MNDAA Imposes ID and Vehicle License Requirements in Northern Shan State
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
They say you’re not allowed to cross Kunlong Bridge without a Kokang ID. If you are carrying Bamar passengers, you must obtain a recommendation letter from Hsenwi; otherwise, they turn you back.
Money and Manpower: Southern Shan Residents Crushed by Dual Conscription Demands
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
February 10, 2026, marks two years since the military formally enforced the People’s Military Service Law, which has been used nationwide to arrest and forcibly conscript civilians.
TNLA ‘Helping Myanmar Junta Expand Territory’ Around Mongmit
Source: The Irrawaddy
A local source said the regime is expanding operations beyond Mongmit town (or Momeik), which it took back from the TNLA under a China-brokered ceasefire at the end of last year.
Clashes Force Myanmar Junta to Cancel Voting in More Parts of Kachin
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Maung Kavi
Ongoing clashes with the Kachin Independence Army (KIA) have forced the Myanmar military regime to cancel voting in two Kachin State townships—Mansi and Momauk—and in 11 village-tracts in a third—Bhamo.
Myanmar: St. Carlo Acutis statue set up as symbol of hope
Source: Vatican News | By Kielce Gussie
In the midst of a difficult civil conflict, Myanmar’s local Catholic Church has offered a symbol of hope and light for the thousands of young people living there.