Myanmar Military News Updates – Sep 16, 2025 Morning
🚩🚩 1. Six Military Commission Troops Killed in Drone Strike While Preparing for an Offensive
September 15
Radio NUG
In Yae U Township, Sagaing Region, a Military Commission column preparing to launch an offensive was attacked by drones, leaving six dead and four seriously injured, according to the People’s Defense Force – Yae U.
The attack occurred at about 10:30 a.m. on September 14, when the junta troops were gathering at the Gawwi Park Gate in Yae U Town, preparing to advance westward toward nearby villages. Drones dropped bombs on the unit, resulting in casualties.
Among the dead was one junta officer. Reports confirmed six deaths and four severe injuries on the Military Commission side.
The operation was jointly conducted by Shwebo District battalions (No. 14, No. 9, No. 12, and No. 20) along with the Butalin Pa Ka Pha (drone unit).
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🚩🚩 2. Junta Outposts at Nhit Karen Junction and Kwam Kyike Gate Attacked by Drone Bombs in Ye Township
September 15
Radio NUG
In Ye Township, Mon State, a drone strike targeted both the Military Commission outpost near Nhit Karen Village junction and the Kwam Kyike gate outpost near Mok Kanin Village, according to the Mon State Revolutionary Force (MSRF).
At 4:20 p.m. on September 13, drones dropped two bombs on junta troops stationed near the railway line at Nhit Karen Village junction.
Similarly, on September 7, the Military Commission’s Kwam Kyike gate outpost near Mok Kanin Village had also been attacked with drone bombs.
The junta sustained casualties in these drone attacks, though details are still under investigation.
The joint operation was carried out by Mon State Revolutionary Force (MSRF), Ye People’s Defense Force (YPDF), KNLA Battalion 27, Company 1, and the Strategic Column 33, Ta Pin Shwe Htee Force.
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🚩🚩 3. At Least Nine Junta Soldiers Killed in Two Landmine Attacks on a Military Column in Yinmarbin Township
September 15
Radio NUG
In Yinmarbin Township, Sagaing Region, a junta column advancing along the Monywa–Yargyi–Kalewa road near Banbwe Pyu Saw Htee Village was hit twice by landmine ambushes, killing at least nine soldiers, according to the Black Vote Fighter group.
The column, numbering around 200 troops, was first struck at 10:35 a.m. on September 10, resulting in nine deaths.
Again, on September 14, the same column was ambushed after leaving its base in Traujin Village, sparking a 45-minute clash.
Reports state that junta troops suffered further casualties and were forced to retreat back into Traujin Village without advancing. Based on intelligence from Pha Ray Thee (Feray Thee) informants, many junta troops sustained injuries.
The attacks were jointly conducted by Black Vote Fighter, Me Hmaung People’s Defense Force, Winkapa Guerrilla Force, and Amet Thar Guerrilla Force.
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🚩🚩 4. MDY-PDF Conducting Public Welfare Activities in Matara, Singu, and Thabeikkyin Townships
September 15
Radio NUG
The Mandalay People’s Defense Force (MDY-PDF) announced that it has been carrying out public welfare activities in Matara Township, Singu Township, and Thabeikkyin Township, Mandalay Region.
In Thabeikkyin Township’s Kwin Thone Se Village, MDY-PDF members contributed donations and, together with villagers, repaired and reconstructed the village entry bridge.
Additionally, to ensure civilian safety against airstrike threats, MDY-PDF has already constructed a number of public bomb shelters and is preparing to expand construction further.
For war-displaced civilians, MDY-PDF, in cooperation with allied revolutionary forces in the region, has been continuously providing humanitarian support and assistance. The group further announced that in the coming period, it will step up public welfare activities alongside military operations.
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🚩🚩 5. Namkham: Ta’ang Police Conduct Security Inspections at Town Entry and Exit Gates
September 15
Radio NUG
The PSLF/TNLA reported that in Namkham Town, Ta’ang Region (Military Command Region 6), the Ta’ang Police Force carried out security inspections at town entry and exit gates.
According to the statement, officers inspected travelers for illegal drug transportation as well as prohibited goods.
It was further noted that the township police force has been conducting daily operations to maintain peace and stability, ensure a drug-free environment, and prevent theft and robbery within the town.
This news roundup was submitted by Radio NUG correspondents Khur Shel and Padeh Phoe.