Hello,
Starting from now, we will be reading and presenting m.CDM’s domestic news.
Today’s updates include:
- In Nyaunglebin, the SAC military reportedly arrested more than 300 civilians as hostages/human shields; airstrikes killed more than 40 people, including children and pregnant women. Air attacks also caused civilian deaths in Laikha/Saw (Laykasa?), Mawlu, Falam, and Hpapun townships.
- KNDF says women—mothers and wives supporting from behind the scenes—are an irreplaceable source of strength.
- As fighting nears Sittwe, senior military officers and their families reportedly flee by plane, while the military restricts lower-level staff from returning home.
- Spring Health Hospital reportedly carried out 130+ surgeries and treated 7,600+ patients within one year—along with other related updates.
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First news item
1) Nyaunglebin: SAC troops allegedly detained 300+ civilians as hostages/human shields; airstrikes kill 40+, including children and pregnant women
m.CDM — March 9
In Nyaunglebin Township, Bago Region, SAC troops reportedly raided villages, detained hundreds of civilians as human shields, and carried out airstrikes—an incident described as a war crime—resulting in more than 40 civilian deaths, including children and pregnant women.
At around 5:00 a.m. on March 5, combined forces under Division (77)—including LIB 264, LID 20, and LID 439—reportedly entered Yay Twin Kone, Kharu Kone, Kyaung Kone, and Htee Pu Luu villages in large numbers.
Afterwards, villagers were allegedly detained without cause. The KNU said about 160 were held as human shields, while the NUG stated the number of detainees could be over 300.
The Karen Peace Support Network reported that SAC troops killed five men aged 35–53, and that remaining villagers were being held as human shields and subjected to torture.
On March 7, fighting reportedly broke out between the SAC column and KNLA and allied resistance forces, after which SAC forces allegedly bombed Kyaung Kone and Dala Seik villages using drones and jet fighters.
During the bombardment, detainees among the hostages—including 6-year-old children—were reportedly killed by bomb shrapnel: 17 women and 8 men (total 25).
According to a statement from the NUG Ministry of Defence, SAC torture and killings resulted in 3 children, 1 pregnant woman, elderly people, and other civilians—more than 40 deaths in total.
At present, the KNU and local organizations are still verifying casualty figures on the ground.
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2) Airstrikes in Mawlu, Falam, and Hpapun: 5 civilians killed, many injured
m.CDM — March 9
• Mawlu (Indaw Township, Sagaing Region): Around 12:15 p.m. on March 9, a jet reportedly dropped two bombs near Nankhwin Kyin Village, damaging a monastery compound wall and nearby buildings, per Indaw Revolution-IR. One teenage boy was injured (leg/eye), reportedly not seriously.
• Falam (Chin State): Over three days (March 6–8), airstrikes, drone bombs, and artillery reportedly killed three civilians and injured many.
• March 8: a drone bomb hit a house near Lonhot Village, killing a 19-year-old schoolgirl and seriously injuring her mother.
• March 7: artillery in Seimzawl Village killed a 14-year-old and injured two youths.
• March 6: an air attack reportedly killed a 64-year-old woman and severely injured her daughter’s leg.
• Hpapun District (Dwe Lo Township): On March 8 at about 10:30 p.m., an airstrike in Mae Kaw Law Village reportedly killed a pregnant woman and injured her 2-year-old daughter and husband, according to the Karen Women Organization. A church was also reported damaged elsewhere in the district.
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3) Gwa Township: child killed by explosion of leftover ordnance; two injured
m.CDM — March 9
In Khway Chike Village, Gwa Township (Rakhine State), a piece of leftover ordnance (reported as an RPG round) exploded after children picked it up to play with at a beach area around 2:30 p.m. on March 8.
A 12-year-old boy, Maung Wae Yan Lin, died on the spot. Two others—Maung Kyaw Ko Ko (12) and Maung Htun Lin Naing (11)—were injured across their bodies and were receiving emergency treatment.
Local records also note that in February, leftover munitions incidents in Rakhine reportedly caused 2 deaths and 6 injuries, and one person lost a leg after stepping on a landmine.
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4) Laykasa (Myeik–Dawei District): clash reported; 4 SAC soldiers killed; airstrike kills 6 civilians in Ta Phi Lay Kho Village
m.CDM — March 9
At about 10:00 a.m. on March 9, near milepost 5 on the Laynyar–Yadanapon road in Laykasa Township, a battle reportedly occurred between a SAC column (including LID 559, 560, 358, 224) and KNLA Brigade 4, Battalion 203 with allied forces, per the KNU.
The KNU said 4 SAC personnel were killed and at least 10 wounded; allied forces reportedly seized one MA1, two MA3 rifles, and some ammunition.
Separately, in Ta Phi Lay Kho Village (Lay Mu La Township)—described as a non-combat area—SAC jets allegedly dropped two 500-lb bombs around 12:30 p.m. on March 9, killing six civilians:
• two 11-year-old boys,
• one 6-year-old girl,
• and three men in their 40s,
while three 13-year-old boys were injured.
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5) Chauk–Seikphyu road: resistance forces reportedly detained an SAC medical captain and driver
m.CDM — March 9
A resistance group (Ayeyar Daung) reported detaining an SAC hospital senior nurse captain and his driver, along with a private car, during a surprise checkpoint on March 1, 2026 on the Chauk–Seikphyu road.
The detainees were identified as Captain Bo Bo and driver Htet Myat Oo. They were reportedly unarmed, in civilian clothing, and did not resist.
The report says Captain Bo Bo served at Meiktila Military Hospital No. (1) (500-bed) and was allegedly involved in transporting unlicensed vehicles to a Pyu Saw Htee leader in Chauk Township; three cars had reportedly been delivered so far, and the driver was allegedly involved for a third time.
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6) Basic military skills & small-arms course graduates meet Yangon PDF leadership
m.CDM — March 9
The Yangon People’s Defense Force (Yangon PDF) said its regional leadership met with graduates of Batch 1 of a basic military and small-arms proficiency course organized by the NUG Ministry of Defence’s Special Regional Military Department.
Deputy leaders Min Yan Naing (military affairs) and Lagoon Eain (public affairs) welcomed the graduates and urged them to use their knowledge effectively and serve responsibly as disciplined revolution fighters.
The Yangon PDF also called on supporters to continue providing assistance so their fighters can carry the struggle through to the end.
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7) KNDF: women supporting behind the scenes are an irreplaceable strength
m.CDM — March 9
The KNDF stated that beyond frontline fighters, women—mothers, wives, and women across society who support from behind the scenes—provide irreplaceable strength to the revolution.
Marking International Women’s Day (March 😎, KNDF said it honored women fighters serving across its departments, and it expressed respect for women’s contributions in combat roles as well as in healthcare, education, humanitarian work, and family/community responsibilities.
KNDF also urged continued resistance not only to military dictatorship but also to patriarchal oppression and all forms of injustice, calling for cooperation to build a society that values human dignity.
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😎 Spring Health Hospital: 7,600+ patients treated and 130+ surgeries in one year
m.CDM — March 9
Spring Health Hospital in Karenni State reported that during 2025 it provided treatment to 7,600 patients and conducted over 130 surgeries.
From January 1 to December 25, 2025, it treated 7,236 outpatients and 389 inpatients, and performed 132 surgeries.
Among patients served were 168 pregnant women, 49 ENT surgery patients, 4 chemotherapy patients, and 20 rabies vaccination recipients.
The hospital also reported emergency frontline medical support, HIV/TB/malaria response work, child malnutrition screening, rapid treatment for diarrhea outbreaks, and humanitarian aid for displaced people—despite challenges including airstrikes, shelling, funding constraints, staffing limitations, and shortages of medicine and equipment. It said operations began in 2021 and have continued for more than four years.
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9) Homalin airbase: daily bombing—public warned to stay alert for air danger
m.CDM — March 9
A unit in Mawlaik District (Battalion No. 1) warned that jets based at the Homalin airbase are carrying out daily attacks, targeting crowded areas in Homalin and Hpaungbyin townships, and urged civilians to remain highly vigilant about airstrike danger.
The warning said attacks launched from Homalin were also affecting upper Sagaing and parts of Kachin State, urging residents to prepare bomb shelters and emergency readiness—especially in Homalin, Hpaungbyin, Pinlebu, Kawlin, Wuntho, and Kachin areas including Hpakant, Sezin, Tarmakhan, Hmawng Pa, Lone Khin.
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10) As fighting nears Sittwe, senior officers’ families reportedly evacuate by plane; lower-level staff restricted
m.CDM — March 9
With fighting approaching Sittwe, local sources said senior military officers and their families, along with some state-level officials, have begun leaving Sittwe by plane toward Yangon. Reports suggest they moved early out of concern that air routes could soon close as conflict draws closer and artillery rounds have landed inside the city.
Meanwhile, lower-level staff were reportedly restricted from traveling home. Reports also note airfare on the Sittwe–Yangon route had risen to about 700,000–800,000 kyat, making it difficult for ordinary civilians to flee, and travel restrictions have left many residents effectively trapped.
It was also reported that the military blocked travel beyond the Sat Yoe Kya bridge and closed the Kyaw Zan fuel station, worsening transportation difficulties. Non-CDM staff circles were said to have been warned not to buy plane tickets or attempt to return home without permission.
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11) Analysts: Israel’s economy may endure more than a year during war with Iran
m.CDM — March 9
The report says analysts believe Israel’s economy faces serious challenges during the current war but may be able to withstand pressure for one to two years due to strong financial fundamentals, large foreign currency reserves, and U.S. support.
Israel’s Finance Ministry reportedly estimated that if strict “red” restrictions remain (workplace limits, school closures, reserve mobilization), losses could reach $3 billion per week; under eased “orange” restrictions, losses might fall to around $1.5 billion per week.
It also describes high costs of missile and drone interception using systems such as Arrow-3, David’s Sling, and Iron Dome, noting Arrow-3 interceptors may cost roughly $2.5–4 million each.
The report adds that Israel’s high-tech sector—described as a major economic engine—has been affected by mobilization, travel disruption, and brain drain, though higher demand for defense technology could benefit some firms.
It states that as of end-February 2026, the Bank of Israel reportedly held $234.553 billion in foreign reserves, about 38.2% of GDP, suggesting a near-term economic collapse is unlikely—though a prolonged war could worsen living standards and fiscal pressures.
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These news items were sent in by Ko Thit, Lu Lay, and Khar Shel.