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From this moment onward, we will be presenting m.CDM’s domestic news.
Today’s main news stories include:
KIO is systematically coordinating to achieve greater military and political success together with Spring Revolution forces, according to General N’Ban La
CRPH and the Three Brotherhood Alliance send messages marking the 65th Kachin Revolution Day
KSCSCC announces support for CDM veterans who have turned 60
BRI urges the U.S. government to ensure that USD 121 million in aid for Myanmar genuinely reaches the NUG, EROs, and resistance groups
…along with other related news.
- KIO is Systematically Coordinating to Achieve Greater Military and Political Success with Spring Revolution Forces, Says General N’Ban La
m.CDM, February 5
The Kachin Independence Organization (KIO) is systematically coordinating efforts to achieve greater military and political success together with Spring Revolution forces resisting the military, and has urged people not to fall victim to the military’s divisive tactics, said KIO Chairman General N’Ban La.
He made these remarks during his speech marking the 65th Kachin Revolution Day on February 5.
General N’Ban La stated that following the Myanmar military’s seizure of state power on February 1, 2021, numerous armed resistance groups emerged, along with the formation of the National Unity Government (NUG).
As armed revolutionary groups have now united alongside Spring Revolution forces and have begun achieving successes on the battlefield, the KIO Central Committee is placing special focus on systematically coordinating efforts to secure further military and political achievements, he added.
He explained that Kachin national leaders had signed the historic Panglong Agreement alongside other ethnic leaders to jointly attain independence with the Bamar people, and that Kachin people had cooperated with other ethnic groups within Kachin regions to achieve independence.
However, despite the designation of the “Union of Myanmar,” successive governments failed to fulfill the political rights promised under the Panglong Agreement. As a result, Kachin people began armed resistance on February 5, 1961.
General N’Ban La said the armed struggle was undertaken to reclaim the political rights lost by the Kachin people.
He further explained that during the current Spring Revolution, Kachin people are uniting in a historic struggle to reclaim their right to shape their own destiny, while the military is simultaneously attempting by various means to hold elections and reopen parliament, including efforts to change ethnic and regional names.
Noting that Shan and Kachin people have lived together peacefully since ancient times, he urged people not to accept the military regime’s divisive tactics, not to destroy their shared history, and to remain vigilant against propaganda.
He also emphasized that drugs are a major enemy of revolutionary forces and called for strong public support of the anti-drug committee Pat Jasan, urging collective action against narcotics, online scam networks, and attempts to establish scam centers in local areas. He further called on Kachin people abroad to continue supporting their people and the revolution in whatever ways they can.
General N’Ban La reaffirmed that the KIO Central Committee will continue striving tirelessly to reach the goals hoped for by both the Kachin people and the people of Myanmar, in his speech marking the 65th Kachin Revolution Day. - CRPH and the Three Brotherhood Alliance Send Messages Marking the 65th Kachin Revolution Day
m.CDM, February 5
On February 5, marking the 65th Kachin Revolution Day, the Committee Representing Pyidaungsu Hluttaw (CRPH) and the Three Brotherhood Alliance—SLF/TNLA, MNTJP/MNDAA, and ULA/AA—sent separate congratulatory messages.
CRPH paid tribute to Kachin leaders, martyrs, and civilians who have sacrificed their lives, blood, and sweat over the past 65 years in the struggle to build a federal democratic union and end military dictatorship.
CRPH noted that due to such perseverance, courage, and sacrifice, KIO/KIA has stood firmly at the forefront of the revolution since the 2021 coup, demonstrating strong solidarity through understanding, compassion, and tangible support for revolutionary forces.
CRPH emphasized that unity is the greatest weapon capable of dismantling all forms of oppression, and expressed hope that combining 65 years of revolutionary experience with collective resistance would decisively defeat the common enemy and establish a federal democratic union.
Similarly, the Three Brotherhood Alliance expressed their respect and honor for Kachin martyrs and heroes, reaffirmed support for equality, self-determination, and justice, and wished for the swift success of the Kachin revolution and fulfillment of the aspirations of the Kachin people. - KIO/KIA Is a Frontline Force with Firm Principles in Myanmar’s Spring Revolution, Says NUG
m.CDM, February 5
The National Unity Government (NUG) stated that the Kachin Independence Organization/Army (KIO/KIA) is not only actively participating at the frontline of Myanmar’s Spring Revolution but is also a revolutionary organization with firm principles.
This statement was included in NUG’s message marking the 65th Kachin Revolution Day on February 5.
NUG noted that due to the failure of successive governments to implement the promises of the Panglong Agreement, Kachin people began armed resistance on February 5, 1961, to reclaim national, religious, and political freedoms.
NUG paid tribute to the sacrifices made over 65 years in the struggle for equality, self-determination, and a federal democratic union, and pledged to pursue justice for fallen heroes, their families, and displaced civilians.
NUG reaffirmed its commitment to continue working alongside Kachin revolutionary forces until military dictatorship is completely dismantled and a genuine federal democratic union is established. - Nine Civilians Killed in Junta Airstrikes in Taze, Depayin, Waingmaw, and Mawchi
m.CDM, February 5
In Sagaing Region’s Taze Township, junta forces bombed a monastery in Thitseikone Village, killing six people including two novice monks.
At around 10 a.m. on February 5, two jet fighters from Tada-U Air Base dropped 300-pound bombs and fired rockets at Mingalar Monastery.
Subsequent clearance operations found the bodies of one novice monk, one man, and three women, while another novice monk remains missing. Many monks and displaced civilians were also injured.
Similarly, on February 4, junta forces bombed Shwenyaungpin Village in Waingmaw Township, Kachin State, killing one civilian and injuring two others, while destroying vehicles and property.
Additional airstrikes in Depayin Township and Mawchi area, Kayah State, killed three more civilians, including a 74-year-old woman, and damaged multiple homes. - Junta Forces Forcing Conscripts into Suicide Missions, Drug Abuse Rampant, Says Defected Soldier
m.CDM, February 5
A soldier who defected to the Arakan Army (AA) reported widespread drug use among officers and soldiers at Nat Yay Kan strategic base in Ngape Township, including forced drug consumption and suicide missions imposed on conscripts.
He stated that officers openly sold WY tablets and other drugs, and that excessive drug use led to a sergeant’s suicide.
He further alleged that newly trained soldiers are being sent to the frontlines with statements such as “conscripts can die as they please,” while propaganda claims victories in Rakhine battles. - Four Soldiers Killed in Attack on Junta Battalion in Ye Township
m.CDM, February 5
Revolutionary forces attacked junta Battalion No. 591 based in Kyaung Village, Ye Township, Mon State, killing four soldiers and injuring one, according to NMSP-AD/Ramonnya Mon Army.
The attack occurred on February 3 and involved heavy and small arms fire. No casualties were reported among allied forces. - KSCSCC to Provide Support for CDM Veterans Who Have Turned 60
m.CDM, February 5
The Karenni State Civil Servant CDM Council (KSCSCC) announced it will provide assistance to CDM participants who have turned 60 while actively opposing the military coup.
Support will be funded through monthly contributions from council members. Eligible individuals are requested to register via the provided Google Form. - Junta Orders Destruction of 2020 Election Records; Documents Burned in Dagon Seikkan Township
m.CDM, February 5
The junta ordered the destruction of voter lists and election records from the 2020 general election, with documents reportedly burned in several Yangon townships, including Dagon Seikkan.
Sources stated that this was intended to erase evidence of the NLD government’s actions and the 2020 election results. - Combining CRPH’s De Jure Legitimacy with De Facto Legitimacy of Resistance Forces Is Key to Ending Dictatorship, Says NUG
m.CDM, February 5
NUG stated that the combination of CRPH’s legal legitimacy and the de facto legitimacy of ethnic revolutionary organizations is the key factor in dismantling military dictatorship.
NUG reaffirmed its commitment to continue marching forward with CRPH and the people until military rule is completely eradicated and a genuine federal democratic union is achieved. - BRI Urges U.S. Government to Ensure USD 121 Million in Aid Reaches NUG, EROs, and Resistance Groups
m.CDM, February 5
The Burma Research Institute (BRI) urged the U.S. government to ensure that USD 121 million allocated for Myanmar is fully and effectively delivered to the NUG, EROs, and resistance groups.
The funding, approved under the FY2026 Consolidated Appropriations Act signed on February 3, must be implemented within the remaining eight months of the fiscal year.
BRI stated that the aid complies with the Burma Act of 2022 and prioritizes democratic movements, persecuted communities, humanitarian assistance, governance, accountability, political prisoners, CDM defectors, and justice for Rohingya communities.
“This approval clearly demonstrates U.S. congressional support for Myanmar’s democratic future,” said BRI Chairman and CEO Zo Tum Hmung.
BRI Board Chair Dr. Robin Stoops emphasized the need for effective mechanisms to ensure the aid genuinely reaches democratic forces.
Today’s news reports were contributed by Ko Thit, Lu Lay, and Khershel.