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Myanmar junta leader approves pay hike for lawmakers as USDP prepares to form new government
Source: Mizzima
This financial adjustment comes as the USDP secures an overwhelming supermajority, with early data showing the party won at least 471 of the 607 seats declared by the end of the second phase
Why China moved so quickly to execute 11 members of a notorious mafia family
Source: Yahoo News Canada | By Jonathan Head, BBC News
No-one should be surprised that China has swiftly executed the 11 members of an organised crime family from north-eastern Myanmar who were sentenced to death in September.
Five Years After the Coup, Myanmar Is Worse Off Than Ever
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Nayt Thit
This Sunday marks the fifth anniversary of Myanmar’s military coup, which plunged the country into escalating violence, mass arrests, economic collapse and a deepening humanitarian crisis as the junta continued its brutal campaign against civilians.
Myanmar: ITUC demands urgent international action after five years of military rule
Source: International Trade Union Confederation | Press Release
Five years after the military coup on 1 February 2021, the people of Myanmar are victims of a brutal regime that must face sustained international action to re-establish democracy. Continued inaction is tantamount to collaboration with repression and violence.
Myanmar crisis deepens five years after coup, as military ballot entrenches repression
Source: United Nations / UN News | By Vibhu Mishra
Five years after Myanmar’s military seized power and jailed the country’s elected leaders, the United Nations says the country’s crisis has only deepened, marked by escalating violence, mass displacement and a military-controlled election
Thousands marched for democracy in Myanmar after the 2021 military coup; Some later died in prison
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By Reuters
Shwe Theingi was instantly drawn to Wutt Yee Aung when they met at the start of their second year at Myanmar’s Dagon University in 2019.
ASEAN must remain united to preserve regional peace: Vivian Balakrishnan
Source: The Straits Times | By Mara Cepeda
Dr Balakrishnan stressed that meaningful political progress would require an end to violence and inclusive dialogue involving all stakeholders.
Five Years On From Burma Coup, British Government Failing To Act
Source: Burma Campaign UK
“With human rights violations by the Burmese military increasing and cross-party support for stronger sanctions, it is inexplicable why the government is failing to act,” said Mark Farmaner, Director of Burma Campaign UK
Junta deploys troops in Myawaddy following KNA withdrawal
Source: Burma News International | By The Voice of Shan Ni
Locals reported that the junta has deployed troops throughout Myawaddy Town in Karen State following the withdrawal of the Karen National Army (KNA).
Chin resistance attacks junta reinforcement column in Falam, inflicting casualties
Source: Burma News International | By Khonumthung News
Heavy clashes erupted between a junta reinforcement column advancing toward Falam Town in northern Chin State and the Chin resistance coalition, leaving junta forces with casualties.
Arakan Army strengthens maritime security along Bangladesh border
Source: Development Media Group
“The main focus is counter terrorism and public safety. Alongside ground operations, Arakan Army speedboats are regularly patrolling border waters.”
Fear and Fees: Shan Youth Facing Forced Conscription and Armed Group Pressure
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By Sai Harn Lin
Every time a letter arrives from a ward or village administrator, mothers across Shan State feel the same fear: “Is my son on the list?”
Nationalist Monk Shrugs Off Accusations in Rohingya Genocide Case
Source: The Irrawaddy
Prominent pro-junta monk Sitagu Sayadaw has shrugged off accusations at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) that one of his sermons likening non-Buddhists to animals legitimized genocide against the Rohingya.
Chinese court announces 1st-instance trial verdict of Myanmar-based Xu Faqi criminal gang; Xu sentenced to death with two-year reprieve
Source: Global Times
Among the criminals, Zhang Longlong was sentenced to life imprisonment, while Luo Yujun, Xi Kangqiang and Liu Shibing were sentenced to fixed-term imprisonment ranging from 25 to 14 years.
EU allocates €63 million in response to the crisis in Myanmar and its impact on neighbouring countries
Source: European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations
The European Commission has allocated €63 million in humanitarian aid to help populations affected by the ongoing conflict in Myanmar
Thailand urges ‘calibrated re-engagement’ with post-election Myanmar
Source: Thai Public Broadcasting Service | By Thai PBS World
Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow today called for a “calibrated re-engagement” with Myanmar’s military leadership, arguing that the regional peace plan must adapt to a new political reality following the country’s recent elections.
Resistance groups unify under new alliance in Chin State
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor
Salai Yaw Man, the former Chin Brotherhood spokesperson, told DVB that he’s now a part of the newly-formed Chin People’s Army (CPA), which announced its formation after the unification of four Chin Defense Force (CDF) units in southern Chin State on Jan. 12.
Over 2,500 POWs, Defectors, and Surrenders Recorded in 2025
Source: Independent Mon News Agency | By monnews
Among those who became prisoners of war, defected, or surrendered, 961 were soldiers, most of whom were newly recruited troops who had recently completed—or were undergoing—military training.
Bangladesh Condemns Myanmar’s Portrayal of Rohingya at ICJ Genocide Hearings
Source: Burma News International | By Kaladan Press
The ministry said the terminology was intended to portray the Rohingya as illegal immigrants and security threats, rather than as an indigenous ethnic community of Myanmar.
Thai Army returns 68 escapees from Karenni resistance-run prison to Myanmar military
Source: Burma News International | By Mizzima
According to the Karenni State Interim Executive Council (IEC), the escapees included high-profile prisoners of war (POWs), among them a middle-ranking junta officer holding the rank of major.
Arakan at the Crossroads of Armed Revolution and Party Politics
Source: Development Media Group | By Moe Pauk
A former 88 Generation Arakan student leader concluded: “2026 will be a year of momentum toward the complete removal of the junta from Arakan.
Medicine Shortages Worsen in Southern Shan State Following Import Ban
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
Southern Shan State is facing a growing medicine shortage after nearly five months of import restrictions disrupted supply chains and pushed prices sharply higher, residents and healthcare workers say.
Tactical failures worsen explosive ordnance risks for civilians
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
Haphazard landmine use and explosive ordnance failures by conflict actors in Myanmar are further endangering civilians, in some cases because of a lack of knowledge about professional military practices.
Junta’s Poll Stacks New Parliament With Generals, Cronies and Loyalists
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Maung Kavi
The incoming legislature will be stacked with retired generals. Among them are ultranationalists, hate‑speech promoters, pro-junta militia patrons, military officers who oversaw bloody crackdowns on anti-coup protesters.
After marathon hearings, world court faces genocide question over Myanmar
Source: Courthouse News Service | By Eunseo Hong
After weeks of testimony and argument, judges at the International Court of Justice wrapped up hearings in a case that asks one of international law’s hardest questions: Did Myanmar’s treatment of the Rohingya amount to genocide?