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A resistance leader in Myanmar turns himself in to the army after clashing with rival force
Source: Associated Press
A prominent leader of an independent resistance group in Myanmar that had come under attack by rivals who are loyal to the mainstream opposition force has surrendered to the country’s military authorities, state media reported Thursday.
Karenni rebels blow up bridge to block Myanmar troops near Thai border
Source: The Nation
Heavy fighting between Myanmar troops and Karenni rebels escalated on Wednesday in Phason City, located in Bala Kae Province, Karenni State, as Myanmar forces, supported by Pa-O National Organization (PNO) volunteers, advanced towards the city.
Bangkok offers to facilitate Myanmar ethnic talks without interference
Source: Thai Public Broadcasting Service | By Thai PBS World
Sihasak said Myanmar is in the process of forming a new government, followed by the establishment of a parliament and appointments to key posts, including president, prime minister and commander-in-chief, with greater decentralisation of power.
Myanmar’s Move Against Timor-Leste Diplomat Undermines Justice, Southeast Asian MPs Warn
Source: ASEAN Parliamentarians for Human Rights | Statement
APHR recalls that Timor-Leste has initiated legal proceedings under universal jurisdiction principles in relation to alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity arising from the crisis in Myanmar.
Fighting in Karen State between regime and resistance forces ‘intensifies’
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor
“The clashes have intensified,” Kyaw Hein, a battalion commander for a resistance group fighting alongside the KNLA in Myawaddy, told DVB.