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Junta raids hospital in Hpakant, abducts 20 including doctor
Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group
Junta troops and allied militia members operating in Hpakant Township, Kachin State, raided a village hospital in Lone Khin Village Tract on April 21, assaulting and abducting a doctor along with 20 medical workers and hospital staff.
Junta airstrikes put children’s survival at risk in Arakan State
Source: Development Media Group
As the regime intensifies its airstrikes across Arakan State, civilian casualties continue to rise, with a significant increase in the number of children affected.
Global campaign launched amid deepening concerns for Aung San Suu Kyi’s wellbeing and whereabouts
Source: Mizzima
The ‘Proof of Life’ campaign is being led by the human rights advocacy group All in One Piece Movement, which has also called for participation in collaboration with Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s son, Ko Htein Lin (also known as Kim Aris).
Min Aung Hlaing sets July deadline for PDF members to surrender as part of 100-day peace initiative
Source: Mizzima
During a 20 April Union Government meeting in Naypyidaw, Min Aung Hlaing issued a formal invitation for members of the People’s Defence Forces (PDF) to return to the legal fold by 31 July, a date marking the 100th day of his new administration.
President Min Aung Hlaing’s new facebook page removed within hours
Source: Narinjara News
A new facebook page titled ‘Head of State’, belonging to U Min Aung Hlaing- recently transitioned from military top leader to President- was removed by Meta within hours of its launch on 21 April.
Calls grow for ban on gold mining at Mula Stream, a natural landmark in Putao Township
Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group
Residents are calling for an end to excessive gold mining in Mula Stream, a renowned natural landmark in Putao Township, Kachin State.
PM2.5 scourge tops Thai-Myanmar talks
Source: Bangkok Post | By Poramet Tangsathaporn
Cross-border PM2.5 pollution was one of the top items on the agenda in Thailand’s talks with Myanmar’s new leadership, as Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow concluded his two-day visit to Nay Pyi Taw yesterday.
Military Chief Chooses Magwe for First Field Visit as Focus Shifts to Central Myanmar
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Maung Kavi
The Myanmar military’s new commander‑in‑chief, General Ye Win Oo has chosen Magwe Region for his first field inspection, underscoring the area’s strategic importance as a resistance stronghold bordering Rakhine and Chin states.
Sinicization of Myanmar’s Borderlands Spreads as MNDAA Erases Ta’ang Identity
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Zaw Myat Khant
Residents told The Irrawaddy that MNDAA troops whitewashed Ta’ang‑language village signs—removing Ta’ang flag logos and text—and rewrote the village names in Chinese and Burmese.
Myanmar Regime Ratchets Up Atrocities Against Civilians in Heartland
Source: The Irrawaddy
The military regime has escalated aerial bombardments of civilians and other atrocities across resistance-held territory in the Bamar heartland amid a 100-day ultimatum for opposition forces to surrender.
Govt forms new nat’l committee to coordinate Rohingya issues
Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
The government has formed a national committee to coordinate and manage overall activities, including controlling law and order, of the forcibly displaced Myanmar nationals in the camp areas of Bangladesh.
Thailand seeks new chapter with Myanmar on peace, border cooperation, ASEAN
Source: Thai Public Broadcasting Service | By Thai PBS World
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow on Wednesday outlined three key objectives for his official visit to Myanmar, focusing on peace efforts, border cooperation, and renewed regional engagement.
Myanmar rebels reject president’s 100-day peace talks offer
Source: Bangkok Post | By Reuters
Saw Taw Nee, a spokesperson for the KNU, dismissed the government proposal. “The KNU has already withdrawn from the NCA since the 2021 coup. We have no plans to return to negotiations or follow the NCA path,” he said.
Constitutional Amendments Planned to Strengthen Military Rule
Source: Independent Mon News Agency | By monnews
Frequent references in the military leader’s speeches to amending 43 provisions of the Constitution are widely viewed by political parties and ethnic leaders as an effort to further consolidate military rule.
ULA restricts logging in Arakan State
Source: Development Media Group
The Department of Forestry and Environmental Management under the United League of Arakan has imposed restrictions on logging for domestic use in forest areas under the control of the Arakan Army.
CNF dismisses coup leader’s call for talks, citing lack of trust
Source: Burma News International | By Chin World
The Chin National Front (CNF) rejected an invitation from coup leader Min Aung Hlaing, who assumed the presidency through a sham election, to meet with ethnic armed organizations (EAOs), including the CNA, citing a lack of trust in the coup regime.
Chinese Investment Drives Farmland Boom in Hsenwi Amid Legal Concerns
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
Farmland along major roads in Hsenwi Township is being sold at unusually high prices as Chinese investors expand their presence in the area, raising concerns among residents over land security, legal risks, and long-term social impacts.
Thailand offers backing for Myanmar’s bid to normalise ASEAN ties
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By Reuters
Thailand wants to play a leading role in Myanmar’s bid to normalise its ties with regional bloc, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), after five years on the sidelines, the Thai foreign minister said.
China Launches Diplomatic Offensive to Support New Myanmar Regime
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Thurein Lynn
On Tuesday, Xu Qin, chairman of the Standing Committee of the Heilongjiang Provincial People’s Congress and secretary of the CPC Heilongjiang Provincial Committee, met Min Aung Hlaing for talks in Naypyitaw.
Regime Appoints New Air Force Chief as Airstrikes Intensify
Source: The Irrawaddy
The military regime carried out at least 26 airstrikes on civilian targets over the four-day Thingyan festival, which marks the traditional Myanmar New Year.
Shortage of Childhood Vaccines in Eastern Demoso
Source: Kantarawaddy Times
In the eastern part of Demoso Township, Karenni State, there has been a shortage of routine monthly vaccinations for children.
Two Kawthoolei councils under KNU ramp up operations
Source: Burma News International | By Network Media Group
The two Kawthoolei councils were established by the KNU on April 10 to upgrade existing governance models and strengthen engagement with the international community.
Myanmar’s New Year amnesty sparks outrage over low number of political prisoners
Source: Mizzima
The Political Prisoners Network Myanmar (PPNM) says only around 160 political prisoners have been confirmed released so far.
Beijing to hold talks with Arakan Army over BRI railway security
Source: Narinjara News | By Khaing Lu Hla
The strategic rail line is aimed to connect Kunming in China with the deep-sea port of Kyaukphyu in Rakhine State of Myanmar.
Regime struggles to reinforce besieged Nat Yay Kan base
Source: Development Media Group
The Myanmar regime has been making repeated attempts in recent days to send reinforcements and food supplies to the Nat Yay Kan tactical hilltop base in Ngaphe Township, Magway Region, which is currently under siege by the Arakan Army and allied revolutionary forces.