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Myanmar Junta chief accuses Karen armed groups of fuelling instability, linking them to cyber-scam networks
Source: Mizzima
The junta leader claimed that Karen State has faced instability since independence due to armed conflict, which he said has harmed both the local population and the country.
Major Myanmar Junta Offensive Aims to Clear Pakokku for Election
Source: The Irrawaddy
The military regime has launched a large-scale clearance operation across Pakokku District in Magwe Region, deploying four separate columns in an attempt to reassert control of the entire district ahead of the planned election.
Myanmar Junta Accuses US of ‘Hidden Agenda’ in Anti-Scam Crackdown
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Maung Kavi
Speaking to junta media on Wednesday, Zaw Min Tun referred to a Nov. 12 statement issued by the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia announcing the formation of a Scam Center Strike Force (SCSF).
Leaving border camps for orchards, Myanmar refugees join Thai workforce
Source: AsiaOne | By Reuters
In late August, Thailand’s government announced that thousands of Myanmar refugees who live along the Thai-Myanmar border would be given employment rights for the first time.
Energy Drilling starts Myanmar gig for PTTEP
Source: Upstream | By Amanda Battersby
SED Energy Holdings’ (Energy Holdings) has started its 21-month contract at Thai national upstream company PTTEP’s Zawtika gas project offshore Myanmar.
As Election Looms, Myanmar Junta Boss Showers Friends With Honors
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Maung Kavi
Junta chief Min Aung Hlaing has conferred honorary titles on more than 1,200 cronies and allies from both the military and civilian spheres, in what observers see as a calculated move to consolidate loyalty and mobilize support ahead of the junta’s election
No alternative to dignified repatriation of Rohingyas: Disaster Management Secy
Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
Disaster Management and Relief Secretary Md Mostafizur Rahman has said there is no alternative to ensuring the sustainable and dignified repatriation of the forcibly displaced Rohingyas, stressing that they must ultimately return to their homeland.
Thai police propose international taskforce to suppress cyber scam gangs
Source: The Nation
Thailand proposes a six-nation taskforce to combat regional cyber scams, urging real-time data sharing and coordinated crackdowns across neighbouring countries.
BGF’s Saw Chit Thu forced to join Myanmar military in crackdown on Shwe Kokko scam hubs
Source: The Nation
Col Saw Chit Thu reluctantly orders Karen BGF troops to assist Myanmar’s 22nd Division in dismantling revived Shwe Kokko scam operations, triggering panic among Chinese and foreign workers.
Myanmar’s Shwe Kokko scam city raided, hundreds detained
Source: Thai Public Broadcasting Service | By Thai PBS World
It was reported that hundreds of alleged scammers, of multiple nationalities but mostly Chinese, have been rounded up and detained in their apartments, which are being guarded by BGF and government troops.
Fierce clashes erupt as junta forces advance toward Falam
Source: Burma News International | By Khonumthung News
A 300-strong junta column clashed fiercely with Chin resistance forces from around 8:30 am on November 17 until evening. Although the fighting then paused, the situation on the ground remained tense.
BGF declares war on telecom scam gangs
Source: Burma News International | By Karen Information Center
The Karen Border Guard Force (BGF), a junta-aligned Karen armed group, has declared war on telecom scam businesses, locally known as Zhapian gangs, operating in Myawaddy Township in Karen State along the Thai-Myanmar border
US Action Is a Blanket Accusation, Says DKBA
Source: Independent Mon News Agency | By monnews
Commander-in-Chief Saw Sein Win told IMNA that although some individuals may have been involved, sanctioning the entire organization amounts to treating everyone the same with a “blanket accusation.”
Tensions Rise in Ywangan as Junta Increases Raids, Arrests Civilians
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN
The military commission has launched a new operation in Ywangan Township, Southern Shan State, detaining four additional civilians, according to local residents.
Myanmar Junta Boss Vows to ‘Eliminate’ Scam Centers Amid Rising Global Pressure
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Maung Kavi
His remarks, made during a visit to the Karen State capital Hpa-an, came as China and the US intensified pressure on transnational scam syndicates operating in Southeast Asia.
Scam Workers Flee as BGF Vows ‘Final War’ on Shwe Kokko Scam Hub
Source: The Irrawaddy
Local sources said the kingpins behind the scam operations were evacuated in advance by the BGF, which has been sanctioned by the US and other Western countries for its involvement in cybercrime.
Myanmar Junta Boots PPP Chief Out of Election After Rejecting Appeal
Source: The Irrawaddy | by Phone Thet Nwe
“I submitted an appeal, but the UEC has already rejected it. That means I can no longer contest,” she told supporters at a PPP rally in Yangon’s Hlaing Tharyar Township on Friday.
Myanmar, Russia warships reportedly hold joint maritime security exercises at sea
Source: The Nation
On November 13 and 14, the Russian Navy warships conducted practical maritime security exercises with the Tatmadaw (Navy) warships
Urgent 50 million THB needed to support education Staff in Kawthoolei
Source: Burma News International | By Network Media Group
Karen education organizations said that funding is needed to support teachers in the Kawthoolei region of Karen State for the 2025–26 academic year.
AA drone strike kills junta army soldiers while they assemble in line to take propaganda photos at Minpyin Weather Radar Station in Kyaukphyu Township
Source: Narinjara News | By Khaing Lu Hla
An Arakan Army drone strike killed many soldiers from the Myanmar junta army while they were getting ready to line up for propaganda photographs in front of the Min Pyin Weather Radar Station located in Kyaukphyu Township.
Military headquarters stunned by revolutionary forces’ advance to Nay Pyi Taw
Source: Narinjara News | By Khaing Lu Hla
On November 12, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) conducted a raid on a military security outpost located in Uttarathiri Township, Nay Pyi Taw, and cleared the outpost once more on November 13.
Revolutionary forces attack military vehicles, copper transport trucks from China’s Wanbao project
Source: Narinjara News | By Khaing Lu Hla
A report from the Monywa Dynamite Special Task Force dated November 15 indicates that revolutionary forces launched an attack on 22 copper trucks associated with the Chinese Wanbao project in Salingyi Township
Junta attacks leave more than 50 civilian casualties in Arakan State
Source: Development Media Group | By Admin
Myanmar’s military regime has intensified artillery and air strikes across Arakan State, with the civilian death toll rising daily.
Women Suffer the Brutality of “Operation 1027”
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By Nang Seng Nom
“That day, I thought we were going to die from the gunfire.”
Myanmar junta chief awards top honorary medals to business tycoons linked to junta
Source: Mizzima
Myanmar junta leader Min Aung Hlaing has bestowed honorary service medals on several businessmen, including Shwe Byain Phyu Group chairman U Thein Win Zaw, a figure linked to the Military Commission, the commission announced on November 14.