Hello / Mingalaba. From this moment on, we will be reading and presenting m.CDM’s domestic news.
Today’s stories include:
1. In fighting at Haka’s LIB (266) base, 15 were killed on the junta side; at least 11 fell on the CDF–Hakha side.
2. In Kyaikhto, junta artillery killed 3 civilians and injured 2 within three days.
3. NUG Prime Minister’s Office: Union Minister Dr. Zaw Wai Soe issued a statement regarding the Daw Kyi Pyar case; NUG also withdrew the “terrorist” designation against Pu-Gyin Kam-Lyan.
4. Four prisoner-rights organizations called for pressure and action against Taik-U Prison authorities for ongoing human-rights abuses against political prisoners.
Along with these, we will also present other related updates.
1) Haka: Battle at LIB (266) base — 15 killed on junta side; at least 11 CDF–Hakha fighters fell
m.CDM, December 29
CDF–Hakha Chair U Haran Lyan confirmed during an online fundraising program on December 29 that CDF–Hakha attacked the junta’s Light Infantry Battalion (LIB) 266 base on Rung Mountain in Haka, Chin State, on December 26, and that 15 junta personnel were killed in the fighting.
It was also reported that eight weapons were seized, and that at least 11 CDF–Hakha fighters were killed.
The battle began on December 26, two days before the junta’s election, and CDF–Hakha reportedly attacked in three columns.
U Haran Lyan said they were able to capture some positions inside the base but could not seize the entire base and had to withdraw.
During the withdrawal, the junta reportedly carried out airstrikes with jet fighters, causing CDF–Hakha casualties.
2) Kyaikhto: Junta artillery kills 3 civilians and injures 2 within three days
m.CDM, December 29
The KNU central office stated that in Kyaikhto Township, Mon State, junta artillery attacks over three days killed three civilians, injured two others, and destroyed one house.
In Kyaikhto Township, within KNU-administered Kawthoolei territory, the junta’s Artillery Unit (AMT) 310 reportedly fired two 120mm shells and four 81mm shells between 11 p.m. and midnight on December 20.
Two shells reportedly landed and exploded inside Akhai village (Khayei village tract), while two exploded near Mokhamao village and two inside a football field. Shrapnel reportedly struck the home of U Than Nyunt in Akhai village.
At around 11 a.m. on December 21, the junta also reportedly carried out an air attack with a jet fighter using two 300-pound bombs and rockets, with explosions near Chaungwa village (Khayei village tract), near a cemetery, and near the Chaungwa village monastery; one motorcycle was reportedly destroyed.
After the airstrike, AMT-310 reportedly fired three more 120mm shells, which exploded in areas where civilians from Khayei and Chaungwa villages work to earn their livelihoods, according to the KNU statement.
At 10:46 a.m. on December 24, the junta’s Infantry Battalion (Kha-Ma-Ya) 3 reportedly fired two 120mm shells that exploded inside the compound of Khatta monastery near Alu Ywa Gyi village. As a result, three women—one from Than-Taing-Bridge village, one from Bantbwe-Kone village, and one from Lay-Kay village—were reportedly killed by shrapnel. One woman from Alu Ywa Gyi and one man from Than-Taing-Bridge village were reportedly injured.
The KNU central office said the coup military is pretending to be “peaceful” in areas it controls in order to hold a sham election, while continuing relentless air and artillery attacks targeting civilians in resistance-controlled areas, including Kawthoolei territories.
3) Launglon Township: Junta shelling kills one man in Htain-Twin village; a monk and a woman injured in two other villages
m.CDM, December 29
Local reports said that at a little after 10:30 a.m. on December 29, after a drone was seen flying near Htain-Twin village in Launglon Township (Tanintharyi Region, across the Dawei River), junta forces fired more than 20 rounds of artillery.
One shell landed and exploded inside Htain-Twin village, killing a villager, U Soe Tint (over 60), after shrapnel struck him.
He was reportedly talking with another man near the village entrance when shrapnel hit him, causing fatal injuries; his body was reportedly buried immediately in the afternoon.
The shelling also reportedly injured a monk in Pyin-Htein village and a woman in Taung-Min-Byaung village.
4) South Okkalapa: General Administration Office attacked with grenades and homemade mines
m.CDM, December 29
An urban guerrilla group called “Myopya Kywet” (Urban Rats) stated that they attacked the General Administration Department office on Thitsa Road in South Okkalapa Township, Yangon Region, using grenades and homemade mines.
They said that around 11 p.m. on December 27 they targeted junta soldiers, police, and their collaborators—including ward/village administrators—at the township GAD office, throwing two grenades and two homemade mines.
During the attack, one junta-appointed “ten-household head” (local informant/administrator) and two police officers in civilian clothing were reportedly injured and hospitalized.
The group said it has repeatedly warned the public not to cooperate with the junta’s illegal election and warned that it will take decisive action against business interests supporting the election process.
5) Nyaung-U Township: Attack on soldiers guarding polling stations — 5 soldiers killed
m.CDM, December 29
People’s Democratic Army (PDA) reported that in Nyaung-U Township, Mandalay Region, attacks on soldiers guarding polling stations in Natpalin village and Kansawng village killed five soldiers.
They said resistance forces attacked troops stationed to guard the polling stations at around 6:30 p.m. on December 27.
PDA claimed five soldiers were killed and ten were wounded.
Because of the attacks, polling stations in Natpalin and Kansawng were withdrawn on the morning of December 28, and later that afternoon polling stations in Pyun village, Nyaungpin-kan village, and Shwehlaing village were also withdrawn, according to the report.
The attack was said to be led by PDA with allied groups including Ayeyar Daung and Chauk Revolution Army (CRA).
PDA stated it will continue to oppose and disrupt the junta’s illegal elections by all possible means.
6) After the election, fighting to seize Katha begins: KIA and PDF start offensive and capture some key positions
m.CDM, December 29
Local residents said that in Katha town, Sagaing Region, revolutionary forces led by the KIA and PDF have begun an operation to seize the town and have captured some important outposts.
An election was held in Katha on December 28, and later that afternoon revolutionary forces launched simultaneous attacks on the town-based Light Infantry Battalion (LIB) 309 and nearby outposts.
During the fighting, junta forces have reportedly been using air support and heavy artillery, and clashes remain intense.
On the morning of December 29, fighting reportedly escalated further, and the junta is said to have blocked residents from leaving and used civilians as human shields.
Revolutionary forces reportedly seized several outposts, including an important hilltop position, and continue their offensive against LIB 309.
As fighting continues and LIB 309 has been firing heavy weapons, warnings were issued for Katha town and nearby villages to remain alert to artillery and airstrike dangers.
It was also noted that on the same day elections were held, resistance forces simultaneously attacked and destroyed military camps in Butalin and Ayadaw townships, Sagaing Region, and withdrew—whereas in Katha the fighting has continued.
7) Junta airstrikes: 4 civilians injured in Injanyang; 20+ homes and a church damaged in Falam; 2 women killed in Wetlet
m.CDM, December 29
Local reports said junta airstrikes in Kachin State, Chin State, and Sagaing Region have continued to cause civilian casualties.
In Injanyang Township (Njang Yang), Kachin State, the junta reportedly bombed Tangbau Yang village with a jet fighter at around 9:30 p.m. on December 28.
Two homes reportedly burned down, and four civilians were injured.
It was reported that the bomb fell nearby while people were warming themselves by a night fire, injuring four people, and that troops from Tanpharey hill also fired artillery four times.
Similarly, in Falam Township, Chin State, the junta reportedly carried out two jet-fighter bombing runs at around 5:30 p.m. on December 28 on Tiphir village in Mankhen group.
The bombing reportedly damaged at least 20 homes and a church. Because fighting occurred near the village the previous week and villagers had fled, there were reportedly no casualties.
In Leinpin village, Wetlet Township, Sagaing Region, the junta reportedly carried out a jet-fighter airstrike dropping eight bombs at around 11:30 a.m. on December 29.
A bomb reportedly hit and exploded on a house, killing two women instantly and injuring three men and one woman, according to the Wetlet Informational Network. Homes were also reportedly burned and destroyed.
8 ) NUG Prime Minister’s Office: Dr. Zaw Wai Soe speaks on Daw Kyi Pyar case; NUG withdraws “terrorist” designation against Pu-Gyin Kam-Lyan
m.CDM, December 29
NUG Prime Minister’s Office Minister Dr. Zaw Wai Soe said on December 29 that investigations are ongoing regarding a complaint filed against the office’s Permanent Secretary, Daw Kyi Pyar, and her husband U Nyi Nyi Min.
Twelve former staff members from the Prime Minister’s Office filed the complaint on November 19, alleging human-rights violations, corruption, and abuse of power by Daw Kyi Pyar and her husband.
Dr. Zaw Wai Soe told PVTV that after forming an investigative committee, they have been conducting daily hearings of the 12 complainants, the two accused, and nine witnesses.
He said the investigation is being carried out transparently, with dedicated sessions from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., and that material evidence, testimony, and financial records are being examined in detail.
He noted that some financial records involve development partners, which has required additional time.
He said the investigative committee’s report will be released soon and that efforts will continue to ensure the truth is established.
He also said the NUG Central Committee for Counter-Terrorism issued Notification No. (7/2025) on December 29, announcing that it has withdrawn the earlier designation of Pu-Gyin Kam-Lyan as a terrorist.
The statement said Pu-Gyin Kam-Lyan had been offered a position as a member of the junta’s State Administration Council but did not accept it due to health reasons, and that this was why the designation was withdrawn.
9) Four prisoner-rights organizations call for pressure and action against Taik-U Prison authorities over human-rights abuses against political prisoners
m.CDM, December 29
Four organizations working on political prisoner issues strongly condemned what they described as blatant human-rights violations by Taik-U Prison authorities and called on international and human-rights organizations to monitor the situation and apply pressure to ensure action is taken.
They issued an emergency statement on December 29 urging international bodies and human-rights advocacy groups to respond to conditions inside Taik-U Prison.
They said prison authorities have been deliberately committing human-rights violations against political prisoners, prompting the appeal.
They reported that on December 25 (Christmas), while women prisoners were holding a Christmas prayer service in the women’s ward, a group led by Deputy Warden Hein Zin Aung, an officer named Zin Mar Kyi Aung, and a prisoner enforcer named Naing Phyo Wai (also called Naing Gyi) arrived and assaulted them.
As a result, some political women prisoners were injured, and 15 women prisoners were put into solitary confinement and had prison visits cut off, according to the organizations’ statement.
The four organizations—PPNM (Political Prisoners Network–Myanmar), WOPP (Women’s Organization for Political Prisoners), KPPA (Karenni Political Prisoners Association), and MPW (Myanmar Prison Witness)—called on international organizations and human-rights groups to monitor Taik-U Prison and pressure the military-controlled prison authorities to stop human-rights violations.
The news presented today was sent in by Ko Thit, Lu Lay, and Khur Shell.