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Farmers in Southern Shan State Fear for Their Livelihoods After Being Unable to Harvest Rice and Corn
Source: Burma News International | By Kantarawaddy Times
Due to ongoing military offensives by junta forces, many residents were forced to flee their homes and later returned to their villages in an effort to resume farming.
Two women killed, three seriously injured in junta airstrikes on IDP camp in Kyaukphyu
Source: Narinjara News | By Maung Sar Ga
The military junta’s Air Force targeted an internally displaced persons camp near Kyauk Ka Lay village in Kyaukphyu Township, Rakhine State, during the night, killing two women and injuring three others.
AA says deep-rooted issues exist behind attacks on Bangladesh border unknown to public
Source: Narinjara News | By Khaing Lu Hla
U Khaing Thukha issued this statement concerning the assaults on AA camps situated along the border and on Kyee Kyun Island in the Naf River on Sunday, January 11, which were perpetrated by the Arakan Rohingya Army (ARA), Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army (ARSA), and Rohingya Islamic Majaz (RIM).
Independent research group predicts Myanmar junta’s post-election strategy for 2026
Source: Mizzima
The MDSI’s report advised the National Unity Government (NUG), EROs, and revolutionary forces to systematically study and examine the junta’s activities.
Myanmar Junta Highlights Drug Seizures in Northern Shan, Makes No Arrests
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
Yet has so far failed to identify or arrest any suspect.
Why Myanmar election won’t change Europe’s mind on junta
Source: Deutsche Welle | By David Hutt
Seeking international legitimacy, Myanmar’s ruling military junta claims elections this week are a return to democracy. But it will take more than the junta’s word to convince the EU that the polls are free and fair.
Thai foreign minister hopeful for democracy in Myanmar after election
Source: NHK World
He said the election “probably not perfect in the eyes of many, especially the Western countries.” But Thailand has to deal with the reality because Myanmar is its “next-door neighbor.”
QC, UNHCR Forge Cooperation Pact to Support Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh
Source: Qatar News Agency
The agreement was signed on behalf of UNHCR by Ivo Freijsen, Representative of UNHCR in Bangladesh, and on behalf of QC by Zakarya Al Motair, Country Director of QC’s Bangladesh office.
Junta Protests Against Timor-Leste President’s Meeting with Myanmar Rights Group
Source: The Irrawaddy
Myanmar’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement Sunday that Ramos-Horta’s recent engagement with the CHRO, which submitted a criminal complaint against it in Timor-Leste, constitutes “blatant interference.”
Joint Myanmar resistance offensive intensifies across Bago region as multiple fronts collapse
Source: Mizzima
A massive, coordinated offensive by joint resistance forces has expanded into 26 townships across the eastern and western districts of Bago Region, according to high-level military sources.
Myanmar revolutionary forces in southern Chin state unify under new CPU-CPA command
Source: Mizzima
In a significant consolidation of resistance power, four major Myanmar revolutionary forces in southern Chin State have officially disbanded to form a unified political and military body, the Chin People’s Union and the Chin People’s Army (CPU/CPA).
Naypyidaw advises passport conversion after tightening exit rules for overseas Myanmar workers
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor
The regime’s Department of Labor advised holders of Overseas Worker Identification Cards (OWIC), through its social media channel on the Telegram app called “Safe Migration,” on Saturday to convert their passports for jobs (PJ) to passports for visitors (PV).
Nearly 300 junta troops killed in KNU Brigade 5 territory in a single year
Source: Karen News
The junta’s casualties also included a battalion commander, a major, a captain, a sergeant, and a lance corporal, while the list of wounded included majors and corporals.
Bill calls for temporary protected status for Burmese people amid concern in MI immigrant community
Source: WOODTV.com | By Josh Sanchez
A bill in Congress seeks to extend temporary protected status to Burmese people amid concerns within Michigan’s Burmese community on conditions in their homeland during a civil war.
Deputy leader of Myanmar’s notorious Myingyan Militia arrested with methamphetamine
Source: Mizzima
Sein Lwin, the deputy leader of the notorious Pyu Saw Htee militia in Myingyan and husband of its leader Thida Yu Mon, was arrested on drug charges by revolutionary forces on 14 January.
Cut Off and in the Dark: How Communications Blackouts Are Deepening Human Suffering in Arakan
Source: Development Media Group
Since late 2023, it has been plunged into an information blackout that cuts deep into daily life, survival, and human dignity.
Residents in AA-held areas face new restrictions on travel outside Arakan State
Source: Development Media Group
Residents of townships controlled by the Arakan Army (AA) are now allowed to travel outside Arakan State only for health, trade and other social needs after obtaining approval from ward, village, local and township administrators.
More than 3,000 IDPs in southern Myawaddy face food shortages
Source: Burma News International | Karen Information Center
According to aid workers assisting displaced communities, IDPs in southern Myawaddy Township who are currently sheltering in eight refugee camps are in urgent need of food assistance.
ULA Health Department urges pharmacy owners to apply for drug sale, import licences
Source: Development Media Group
The FDA announced that pharmacies, medical service providers, and drug sellers should apply for drug sale licences, import permits, and registration cards at township FDA offices and drug centres.
Seven soldiers, 3 ALP members fled from Sittwe Shwe Min Gan with arms
Source: Narinjara News | By Poe War
In Sittwe, Rakhine State, where there is active conflict between the Arakan Army (AA) and regime forces, a total of 10 people have escaped with firearms.
Inside the “Shwe Padauk Myaing” scam hub: torture and human trafficking uncovered in Myawaddy
Source: Mizzima | By Han Htoo Zaw
The facility is reportedly owned by Colonel Saw Htoo Eh Moo, commander of the Karen National Army (KNA) 777 Tactical Command and son of KNA leader Colonel Saw Chit Thu, according to a Chinese national who escaped from the compound.
Propaganda Machine Lines Up Behind Min Aung Hlaing Presidency
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Maung Kavi
The putschist general’s presidential dream is an open secret in Myanmar. He has never ruled out the possibility when pressed, and in late December, he coyly said he would leave the decision to Parliament.
Junta abducts and beats miners, seizes valuables in Danai
Source; Burma News International | By Kachin News Group
Starting December 13, the junta, along with the allied Warazut militia, launched military operations in the Lapu Maw and Wai Law areas, known for their rich gold and amber deposits.
Renewed calls for Aung San Suu Kyi to be released after she completes 20 years ‘buried alive’ in Myanmar detention
Source: The Independent | By Shweta Sharma
Shweta Sharma reports on another grim milestone for a country wrecked by brutal military rule and embroiled in a spiralling civil war
Myanmar Junta Unleashes Reign of Terror in Recaptured Mandalay Towns
Source: The Irrawaddy
The military regime has unleashed a reign of terror since recapturing Madaya, Singu and Thabeikkyin townships along the Irrawaddy in northern Mandalay Region, arresting at least 40 residents and sealing scores of civilian homes.