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Thai task force seizes Bt10m in generators bound for Myanmar
Source: Thai PBS World
During initial questioning, the suspects admitted they had been hired by a shipping company to transport the goods from Lat Ya sub-district in Kanchanaburi to a customer near the Three Pagodas Pass border crossing.
How Much Progress Has Been Made on the Mon State Constitution Draft?
Source: Independent Mon News Agency | By monnews
The Romonya Mon State Constitution, also referred to as the Mon State Constitution, is currently being drafted collaboratively by Mon armed organizations, Mon political parties, and Mon civil society groups.
Strong resistance presence in Tonzang ensures civilians need not flee
Source: Burma News International | By Khonumthung News
The statement came amid growing resident concerns over reports that the junta is attempting to advance on Tonzang.
Kratom juice use rises among youth in Shan State
Source: Burma News International | By Shan Herald Agency for News
Kratom was removed from Myanmar’s list of controlled drugs in 2023, and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) also does not classify it as a drug, making its use difficult to treat as a criminal offense.
SEA representing five Shan ethnic groups in Kachin State reorganized
Source: Burma News International | By The Voice of Shan Ni
The Shan Ethnic Affairs Association (SEA), which represents five Shan ethnic groups in Kachin State and is based in the state capital Myitkyina, was reorganized with a new chairman on May 10, according to members.
KNA-B and PDF deny involvement in Manipur border attacks
Source: Mizzima
The Kuki National Army-Burma (KNA-B) and the People’s Defence Force (PDF) have officially denied allegations of involvement in recent attacks on three villages in Manipur, India.
Myanmar’s 100-Day Blockade of Chinese Imports Sparks Fresh Chaos
Source: The Irrawaddy
Myanmar’s new military‑backed regime has intensified a blockade of Chinese imports under its “100‑day plan” for economic recovery, triggering shortages and fresh market volatility.
PM seeks OIC support in resolving Rohingya crisis
Source: United News of Bangladesh
He made the call when ambassadors and high commissioners of OIC member countries stationed in Dhaka met him at his office at the Bangladesh Secretariat.
Tracking down drug lord Thapanan
Source: Bangkok Post | By Wassayos Ngamkham
Authorities believe the network was capable of supplying more than 100 million methamphetamine pills annually, as well as over five tonnes each of crystal methamphetamine, heroin and ketamine every year
Emergency closure announced on Tedim–Tonzang Road amid military situation
Source: Burma News International | By Chin World
The Chinland Defence Force-Tonzang (CDF-Tonzang), a local resistance group, announced a temporary closure of the Tedim–Tonzang Road due to escalating military tensions in Tonzang Township, Chin State.
Karenni IDP camp set ablaze by junta forces
Source: Burma News International | By Network Media Group
A junta column operating in eastern Hpruso Township in Karenni State set fire to an internally displaced persons (IDP) camp, forcing more than 1,000 people to flee.
Junta holds series of so-called support rallies for Myitsone Dam restart
Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group
Led by junta-appointed Kachin State Chief Minister U Khat Htein Nan, the so-called support rallies are being held in the state capital, Myitkyina, to garner local backing for the restart of the Myitsone Dam construction project.
BSF to get full control of border fencing in 45 days: Bengal CM at 1st Cabinet meet
Source: India Today
The decision fulfilled a key BJP poll promise centred around tackling illegal infiltration from Bangladesh.
IDP detainee allegedly beaten to death during interrogation in Sittwe
Source: Development Media Group
On May 9, regime personnel raided Seitta Thukha Monastery in Sittwe under the pretext of checking overnight guest lists and arrested six IDP men sheltering there.
UNHCR’s permanent shelter in Rohingya camps goes against public opinion
Source: The Finance Today
At a press conference titled “Sovereignty must be upheld in Cox’s Bazar; participation of local government and people in Rohingya relief activities is essential,” organized by the Cox’s Bazar CSO–NGO Forum
Rising Conscription Fees Deepen Hardship for Yawnghwe Families
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
According to residents, households previously paid around 20,000 kyats every four months when recruitment demands arose. However, locals say the fee has now risen to 50,000 kyats per month.
Myanmar’s Top Catholic Priest Warns of ‘Polycrisis’ Gripping Country
Source: The Irrawaddy
Cardinal Bo received a cash donation from coup leader Min Aung Hlaing at a Christmas event in 2021 and met him again in 2025, even as the junta intensified its campaign of violence against civilians.
Myanmar Regime Bans Six Media Outlets in First Month of ‘Civilian’ Rule
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Myo Pyae
Just one month into its rule, the Min Aung Hlaing regime has already banned six Myanmar media outlets—making clear that despite its new civilian façade, it has no intention of making space for independent voices.
India Launches UN Peacekeeping Course for Myanmar Troops as Civilian Toll Mounts
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Maung Kavi
India opened the ninth UN Peacekeeping Officer Course for Myanmar servicemen in Naypyitaw on Monday, extending the program even as regime forces target civilians in resistance-held territories.
Myanmar authorities crack down on cyber scams after US offers reward
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor
Regime media reported on Monday that authorities arrested 86 Chinese and five Myanmar nationals between May 4-9 in southern Shan State’s Laihka and Mong Pan townships.
Myanmar junta airstrikes killed at least 15 civilians last week
Source: Union of Catholic Asian News | By Kyaw Lin Htoon
The military junta in Myanmar continues airstrikes targeting villages and towns, killing more than 15 people in the past week, according to independent estimates based on eyewitness accounts.
Justice Under Martial Law Reloaded
Source: ISP-Myanmar
The martial-law order issued after the new administration proclaimed itself an elected government laid bare the realities of Myanmar’s political landscape. In 60 of the country’s 330 townships—more than 18 percent nationwide—it formally transferred judicial authority directly into military hands.
Myanmar and PTTEP discuss gas output and pipeline security plans
Source: The Nation
Myanmar’s Minister for Electricity and Energy met with the CEO of Thailand’s PTTEP to discuss increasing oil and gas production and improving pipeline security.
Rohingya camp waste pollutes Teknaf canals, threatens livelihoods
Source: Jagonews24 | By Jahangir Alam
The natural waterways of Hnila union under Teknaf upazila have reportedly become heavily polluted due to untreated waste flowing from nearby Rohingya camps
Myanmar military chief launches ‘Youth Training Schools’ amid fears of indoctrination
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor
In his first major act as Myanmar’s commander-in-chief, Ye Win Oo announced the establishment of 13 “Youth Education Training Schools” in Yangon and Naypyidaw, as well as other states and regions.