Greetings,
From this moment onward, we will be reading and presenting m.CDM’s domestic news.
Today’s news includes the following headlines, along with other related reports:
1. Resistance forces capture the Ko Taung Bo camp, which had been manned by over 100 troops
2. Airstrikes and clashes in Hpasawng and Falam townships; one civilian and one CDF member killed
3. Military column ambushed on the Paukkhaung–Oke Twin road; only around 60 of 100 troops reportedly returned
4. Daik-U Prison authorities reportedly punish even those who demand the release of long-solitary-confinement prisoners, according to PPNM
And more.
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1. Resistance forces seize Ko Taung Bo camp manned by over 100 troops
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m.CDM, January 31
According to a Kantbalu military source, resistance forces launched an offensive attack and successfully seized a junta base stationed at Ko Taung Bo village, located on the Kantbalu–Kawlin border in Sagaing Region. The base was manned by approximately 100 junta troops.
The attack began at around 5:00 a.m. on January 28 and was fully concluded with the capture of the camp at around 12:00 noon on January 30.
During the fighting, the junta provided continuous air support and heavy artillery fire. Even after losing the camp, airstrikes reportedly continued until around 10:00 p.m. on January 30.
The junta reportedly suffered heavy casualties, and weapons and ammunition were seized. Relevant resistance forces stated that further details would be released soon.
The Ko Taung Bo camp, manned by over 100 junta and Pyu Saw Htee members, had been attacked multiple times in the past, but this time resistance forces were able to fully capture it.
Meanwhile, military tensions remain high in nearby Kawlin Township, where junta forces are reportedly attempting to retake the Thit Phut hill base that has already been seized by resistance forces.
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2. Airstrikes and clashes in Hpasawng and Falam townships; one civilian and one CDF member killed
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m.CDM, January 31
In Karenni State’s Hpasawng Township, a mining site in the Maw Chi area was bombed and strafed by a jet fighter aircraft at around 4:00 p.m. on January 30, according to local sources.
As a result of the airstrike, one civilian was killed and five others were injured.
Similarly, in Chin State’s Falam Township, Chin resistance forces simultaneously launched attacks on junta outposts near Khun Li village, leading to intense clashes.
The junta reportedly suffered heavy casualties, while one CDF fighter was killed and several others were injured.
Additionally, at around 3:00 p.m. on January 30, a Y-12 aircraft dropped eight bombs on Seim Dee village east of Falam town, destroying three houses and damaging others.
No civilian casualties were reported, as residents had evacuated in advance.
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3. Junta column in Pauk Township arrests and kills one civilian and one resistance fighter; at least three clashes occur
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m.CDM, January 31
In Pauk Township, Magway Region, a junta column of approximately 300 troops was conducting operations and reportedly arrested and killed one civilian and one resistance fighter, according to a statement by Pakokku District Battalion No. 12.
On January 20, a junta unit of around 200 troops from KaPaSa (24) entered Thit Cho Kone Pyu village. The following day at around 11:30 a.m., a combined force of about 300 junta troops, police, and Pyu Saw Htee entered Htan Taw Lel village.
Resistance fighter Hein Htet (21) from Battalion No. 12 and local villager Maung Wai Phyo Paing (16), who had gone to warn civilians to evacuate in time, were arrested and killed by the junta column.
On January 22, at around 12:27 p.m., a five-hour-long intense clash occurred inside Htan Taw Lel village. Five junta troops were injured, while two resistance fighters were wounded.
On January 23, the junta looted civilian property and withdrew back to a Pyu village base.
On January 26, the column again entered the Taet Taw Yar mountain area, where fighting occurred from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., resulting in one junta soldier killed and six injured.
As the junta forces were retreating after looting civilian property on January 27, resistance forces launched another attack, injuring three junta soldiers.
These operations were carried out jointly by Pakokku District Battalions 1, 5, 11, 12, and 18, the Young Revolution Front, and Pauk Township PDF.
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4. Junta column ambushed on Paukkhaung–Oke Twin road; only around 60 of 100 troops return
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m.CDM, January 31
In Paukkhaung Township, Bago Region, a junta military column was ambushed along the Paukkhaung–Oke Twin road, resulting in heavy casualties and the seizure of some weapons, according to Bago Yoma Strategy (21) PDF.
At around 5:50 p.m. on January 28, resistance forces attacked a junta column of approximately 150 troops stationed at Pyaung Chaung village.
About 100 of those troops later attempted to retreat to the Bawdar base on January 29, during which resistance forces detonated two landmines near Tankhun Taing Pauk and engaged in small-arms fire for around 20 minutes.
At least 10 junta soldiers were killed and many others injured. Resistance forces seized one MA-4 rifle and one 40mm grenade, and successfully withdrew without casualties.
The operation was carried out under the command of Strategy (21), involving the Strategy Office Assault Unit, Battalion 3601 column, and Battalion 3602 Companies 1 and 3.
At around 6:10 p.m. on January 30, the column returned to Bawdar base, but only around 60 of the original 100 troops reportedly made it back.
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5. Attack on junta checkpoint at Sagaing University leaves six soldiers dead
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m.CDM, January 31
Resistance fighters attacked junta checkpoints stationed inside Sagaing University and in front of the campus, killing six soldiers, according to a statement by the Lin Yone Nyi Naung Guerrilla Force.
The attack occurred on the night of January 25 and also targeted a nearby three-story civilian-owned building where 15 soldiers were stationed.
Eyewitnesses confirmed six junta soldiers were killed, with many others injured.
During and after the attack, junta troops from Light Infantry Division 33 and checkpoints along the Sagaing–district connecting road fired heavy weapons indiscriminately into surrounding areas.
The Lin Yone Nyi Naung Guerrilla Force stated it is planning further operations in Sagaing and has invited allied groups to cooperate.
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6. Shooting attack on vehicle carrying junta personnel in Taungdwingyi leaves three dead, three injured including a captain
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m.CDM, January 31
In Taungdwingyi Township, Magway Region, resistance forces ambushed a vehicle carrying junta personnel, killing three soldiers and injuring three others, including a captain, according to the People’s Defense Force – Ponnawaddy.
The attack occurred on the evening of January 29 in Pyin Chaung village, targeting a vehicle carrying six soldiers stationed in the area.
The attack was launched after receiving information that the vehicle was returning from Htauk Kyan Kwin checkpoint. Captain Thet Tun and two soldiers were injured, while three soldiers were killed.
The injured were reportedly receiving treatment at Magway General Hospital.
The operation was jointly carried out by PDF-Ponnawaddy (Taungdwingyi), Southern Magway PDF, and the Magway–Taungdwingyi Special Guerrilla Force.
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7. Chinese Court Sentences Kokang Scam Gang Leader Xu Laofa to Death with Two-Year Reprieve
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m.CDM, January 31
A court in Chongqing, China, has publicly announced the first-instance verdict in the case involving a criminal gang based in the Kokang region, led by Xu Laofa, also known as Xu Faqi. According to a statement released on the court’s official WeChat account, Xu Laofa was sentenced to death with a two-year reprieve. The verdict was announced in public on Friday, January 30.
In the same case, Zhang Longlong was sentenced to life imprisonment, while Luo Yujun, Shi Kanzhan, and Liu Xibin were sentenced to prison terms ranging from 14 to 25 years, respectively.
The court also ordered the confiscation of the defendants’ assets and imposed fines.
According to the court’s findings, the gang led by Xu Laofa began operating in the Kokang region in 2019, using its influence and armed core members—including Luo Yujun—to establish multiple online scam operations. The group targeted Chinese nationals and carried out more than 3,400 fraud cases, illegally obtaining over 1.1 billion yuan (approximately USD 150 million).
The court further ruled that the gang used armed force to protect its scam operations and deliberately tortured workers who failed to follow management orders. As a result, one person died and another was injured.
Xu Laofa, Zhang Longlong, Luo Yujun, Shi Kanzhan, and Liu Xibin were convicted of six criminal offenses, including fraud, intentional injury, and drug trafficking, among others.
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8. Daik-U Prison authorities punish even those demanding release of long-solitary prisoners, says PPNM
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m.CDM, January 31
Prison authorities at Daik-U Prison have punished prisoners who demanded the release of those held in long-term solitary confinement by placing them in solitary as well, resulting in nearly 30 prisoners currently held in isolation, according to the Political Prisoners Network–Myanmar (PPNM).
On July 23, political prisoners demanding the release of long-solitary detainees were denied access to the prison warden and instead punished with solitary confinement.
Some political prisoners—including Moe Moe San, Nway Nway Myint Lwin, and Ju Zin Thi—have reportedly been held in solitary confinement for over three years.
Additionally, ten political prisoners who sang Christmas hymns were also punished with solitary confinement, bringing the total number close to 30.
These prisoners are being held in three women’s cells and four men’s cells. Requests to meet the prison warden have been ignored, and during ICRC visits, prisoners in solitary were reportedly moved to prevent contact.
Due to the winter season, prisoners lack adequate blankets and warm clothing, raising serious health concerns.
PPNM warned that Zin Mar Kyi Aung, a female ward supervisor, bears primary responsibility and called for an immediate end to beatings and unjust isolation.
PPNM urged international organizations and human rights groups to pay attention to ongoing abuses and pressure junta-controlled prison authorities.
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9. JFM urges international community to stand with Myanmar people striving to uproot the war-criminal junta
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m.CDM, January 30
Justice For Myanmar (JFM) called on the international community to stand in solidarity with the Myanmar people who are striving to uproot the war-criminal junta and build a federal democratic future.
Despite the junta’s ongoing campaign of terror and violence, the people of Myanmar continue to resist in pursuit of peace, justice, and a federal democratic union.
Five years after the coup attempt, the people continue their resistance with courage, determination, and immense sacrifice, demonstrating their unwavering resolve to dismantle the war-criminal regime.
JFM noted that the junta’s sham elections failed due to domestic and international rejection, while resistance forces continue to achieve victories, leading to the regime’s loss of territorial control.
JFM spokesperson Yadanar Maung emphasized that the junta has failed to break the people’s will and relies solely on violence due to its lack of legitimacy.
She reiterated that the fake election cannot deceive either the Myanmar people or the international community and urged global solidarity as the resistance enters its sixth year.
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10. KNU Chair urges firm rejection of junta’s attempts to entrench power
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m.CDM, January 31
KNU Chair Padoh Saw Kwe Htoo Win urged firm opposition to the junta’s attempts to entrench its rule, stating such actions are completely unacceptable.
Speaking on the 77th Karen National Resistance Day on January 31, he condemned the junta’s violent repression and manipulation of elections to gain international legitimacy.
He stressed that the election was aimed solely at preserving the 2008 Constitution and military dominance and must be categorically rejected.
True peace and development, he said, require the complete dismantling of military dictatorship and the establishment of a genuine federal democratic union guaranteeing equality, freedom, and self-determination.
He emphasized unity among all revolutionary forces, stating that no single organization can build such a future alone.
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11. Yangon Region PDF officials visit and encourage frontline fighters
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m.CDM, January 31
Officials from the Yangon Region People’s Defense Force (PDF) visited frontline fighters engaged in resistance operations, offering encouragement and support and addressing their needs.
Led by deputy regional commanders for military and public affairs and logistics officials, the delegation assessed frontline conditions, including combat readiness, living conditions, and health concerns.
They praised the fighters’ sacrifices and discipline and emphasized the importance of unity, morale, and public support in continuing the revolutionary struggle.
Today’s news reports were provided by Ko Thit, Lulay and Khur Shel.