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Myanmar tells ICJ Rohingya genocide claims ‘unsubstantiated’
Source: Channel News Asia | By Agence France-Presse
Myanmar on Friday (Jan 16) dismissed as “unsubstantiated” allegations that it committed genocide against its Rohingya minority, telling the International Court of Justice that its brutal crackdown was a “counter-terrorism operation”.
Japan concerned over deeper division in Myanmar after junta-run election
Source: The Mainichi
Japan’s top government spokesman on Friday expressed “serious concern” that Myanmar could face “further division” with military rule likely to continue after an ongoing national election that excludes pro-democracy forces.
India wants “inclusive, fair” elections in Myanmar with participation of all stakeholders: MEA
Source: Asian News International
“On elections in Myanmar, we have said what our position is. We want inclusive, fair elections in which all stakeholders participate.”
Jailed by the Generals She Defended as ICJ Opens Genocide Case Against Myanmar
Source: IPS-Inter Press Service | By Guy Dinmore
Held incommunicado in grim prison conditions for nearly five years, Aung San Suu Kyi quite possibly does not even know that this week the International Court of Justice (ICJ) opened a landmark case charging Myanmar with committing genocide against its Rohingya minority a decade ago.
Bangladeshi girl hit by stray bullet from Myanmar put on life support
Source: The Daily Star
A nine-year-old girl from Cox’s Bazar, who was struck by a stray bullet fired from Myanmar on Sunday, has been placed on life support at the National Institute of Neurosciences and Hospital (NINS) in Dhaka.
Kachin Independence Army resumes fight with military for control of Kachin State’s Bhamo
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor
Local media reported that the KIA captured the regime’s Transport Battalion 933, located around five miles (8 km) east of Bhamo town on Jan 14.
Military Junta Fires Drones and Heavy Weapons Near a Village in Demoso, Damaging a Church
Source: Burma News International | By Kantarawaddy Times
“They fired heavy weapons. Before the artillery, drones came first and dropped bombs in the afternoon.
Youth From 7 EAO Alliance Attend Peace Forum in Naypyidaw
Source: Independent Mon News Agency | By monnews
Colonel Khun Okker, Chair of the Pa-O National Liberation Organization (PNLO/NCA-S), said the forum brings together young people from ethnic armed organizations that continue to follow the Nationwide Ceasefire Agreement (NCA) framework.
Junta uses Muslim militiamen to destroy villages in Kyaukphyu
Source: Development Media Group
“Usually, it is junta soldiers who raid villages and steal property. This time, they are using Muslims to remove vehicles and furniture from houses destroyed by the military,” said another Kyaukphyu resident.
Dreams on hold for Rohingya children in Bangladesh camps
Source: France 24 | By Agence France Presse
“But we don’t know if they will ever reach their goals with the limited opportunities available.”
Unified resistance command established in southern Chin State as groups merge
Source: Mizzima
In a significant consolidation of revolutionary forces, four major defence groups and their respective township administrations have officially merged to form the Chin People’s Union (CPU) and the Chin People’s Army (CPA). Announced on 12 January.
China-Border Seizures Rise Under Junta Enforcement
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
The junta has intensified its crackdown on Chinese-made goods entering Myanmar via the China–Myanmar border, seizing shipments and tightening inspections in an effort to prevent tax revenue from flowing to ethnic armed groups.
From behind bars, Aung San Suu Kyi casts a long shadow over Myanmar
Source: BBC | By Jonathan Head
As of Wednesday the Burmese democracy campaigner Aung San Suu Kyi will have spent a total of 20 years in detention in Myanmar, five of them since her government was overthrown by a military coup in February 2021.
Junta Election Body Moves Against PPP Leader Over Alleged Embassy Meeting
Source: The Irrawaddy
The announcement came hours after regime authorities detained the pair at Daw Htet Htet Khine’s house and took them away for interrogation.
Meet Zaw Win Shein, Hotel Magnate in an Era of Collapse
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Aung Thura
Business insiders say the acquisitions are astonishing. While most industry insiders fear that profits may not return for at least five years, Zaw Win Shein has chosen to reinvent himself as a hotel magnate in an era of collapse.
World Court Hears Anti-Rohingya Propaganda from Extremist Buddhist Monk in Landmark Genocide Case Against Myanmar
Source: Buddhistdoor | By Craig Lewis
The Gambia’s legal team have highlighted anti-Rohingya propaganda from the prominent senior Buddhist monk Sitagu Sayadaw. The evidence, lawyers say, “provided absolution for genocide.
Junta indicted in Timor-Leste over alleged war crimes
Source: Burma News International | By Chin World
An application for indictment has been filed in Timor-Leste over war crimes committed by the junta in Myanmar, including the brutal massacre of 10 people
Bangladesh, Arakan Army hold talks on border security
Source: Development Media Group
Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and the Arakan Army (AA) held a meeting in Teknaf on January 13 to discuss ongoing clashes along the Bangladesh-Arakan border
Fighting halts in Ta’ang Areas following China-brokered ceasefire, says PSLF/TNLA
Source: Eleven Media Group
The PSLF/TNLA made the statement in a release issued on January 12 to mark the 63rd anniversary of Ta’ang National Revolution Day.
Myanmar Military Secures Enough Votes to Form New Government
Source: The Irrawaddy
The Union Election Commission (UEC) split the polls into three stages running from December 28 to January 25, citing instability.
Indonesia Seeks ‘Beyond Business As Usual’ Approach on Myanmar Election
Source: Jakarta Globe | By Jayanty Nada Shofa
ASEAN founding member Indonesia calls for transformative approaches in response to address the Myanmar crisis as elections widely dismissed as a sham takes place.
U9 seals partnership with TrueMoney Myanmar
Source: Mobile World Live | By Joseph Waring
Myanmar operator U9 partnered with a local unit of Thailand’s largest mobile player True Corp, with the goal of offering digital services that simplify transactions for consumers and enterprises.
Myanmar Junta Claims Capture Of Giant Jungle Meth Labs
Source: BARRON’S | By Agence France Presse
AFP journalists joined a military-organised press tour through the smouldering wreckage of two former labs south of the town of Hsipaw in northeastern Shan state.
Gold mining resumes in Putao following election
Source: Burma News International | By Myitkyina Journal
Some gold mining operations in Putao District, Kachin State, which had been temporarily suspended, have resumed following the junta-run election.
Hundreds of Chinese security personnel deployed in Kyaukphyu to protect China-backed projects
Source: Development Media Group
The security forces are reportedly conducting military surveillance and constructing fortifications, including trenches and bunkers, near the project sites.