Hello. From this time onward, we will be presenting m.CDM’s domestic news updates.
Today’s main headlines are:
- Funeral of NCGUB Prime Minister Dr. Sein Win held
- 25 civilians, including Rakhine traders, killed in junta airstrike in Min Tun
- Junta airstrikes Lumbang village in Falam Township; 5 civilians killed by artillery in Aunglan
- Intense daily fighting in Bhamo; junta carrying out heavy air and drone attacks, says KIA
— along with other related news.
⸻ - Funeral of NCGUB Prime Minister Dr. Sein Win Held
m.CDM – March 1, 2026
The funeral ceremony of the late Dr. Sein Win was held beginning at 12:00 noon on February 28.
The ceremony took place at the University of Maryland (UMD) Memorial Chapel in Maryland State. Friends and associates from across the United States and various countries attended to pay their respects. The program included memorial speeches by attendees and the screening of video messages sent by those who could not attend in person. Kim Aris, the younger son of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, and 88 Generation student leader Min Ko Naing sent video tributes with messages of honor and remembrance.
In the evening, his remains were cremated. According to the family, his ashes will be returned to Myanmar and laid to rest when the country is freed from military dictatorship. In her final farewell, his wife Daw Si Si Htwe said:
“O Earth… please receive and honor this great and noble politician, mathematician, devoted son, and scholar who loved books more than food.”
Friends and colleagues described Dr. Sein Win as a principled and upright leader who faithfully carried out the responsibilities entrusted to him by the people during Myanmar’s political struggle. He was a 1990 election-winning Member of Parliament and Prime Minister of the NCGUB. Daw Si Si Htwe also paid special tribute to the PDF fighters who are sacrificing their lives in the Spring Revolution.
⸻ - 25 Civilians, Including Rakhine Traders, Killed in Junta Airstrike in Min Tun
m.CDM – March 1
In Magway Region’s Min Tun Township, junta forces carried out an airstrike using jet fighters on a trading depot and vehicle parking area near Pyaung village. At least 25 civilians, including Rakhine traders, were reportedly killed.
Between 11:14 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. on March 1, two jet fighters from Magway Air Base dropped 300-pound bombs and fired rockets at a crowded area where goods were being loaded and unloaded, launching at least eight attacks.
So far, 23 men and 2 women have been confirmed dead, totaling 25 fatalities. Around 20 others were injured, some suffering limb amputations. Approximately nine of the injured are reportedly in critical condition.
Local residents said there had been no fighting in the area, and that the victims were civilians gathered to transport goods to Rakhine State.
Rescue and burial efforts are ongoing. As some victims remain missing or buried under debris, the death toll may rise. Eight cargo trucks and a total of 14 vehicles, along with goods, were destroyed in the attack.
⸻ - Airstrike on Lumbang Village in Falam; 5 Civilians Killed by Artillery in Aunglan
m.CDM – March 1
In Chin State’s Falam Township and Magway Region’s Aunglan Township, junta air and artillery attacks reportedly killed five civilians and destroyed homes.
At around 12 noon on March 1, junta forces carried out an airstrike on Lumbang village in Falam Township. Although residents had evacuated in advance and no casualties were reported, several houses were damaged. The same village had previously been bombed on February 19, injuring one civilian and damaging homes.
Similarly, in Aunglan Township’s Dar San (Tazan) village, junta troops stationed at Mount Hman Pyar fired 27 rounds of heavy artillery. The attack began around 10:00 a.m. on March 1 after drone surveillance. Five villagers were killed, and homes were burned and destroyed.
⸻ - 10 Soldiers Killed in Pulo Fighting; Some Junta Positions Seized
m.CDM – March 1
In Tanintharyi Region’s Pulo Township, resistance forces reported killing 10 soldiers, capturing one alive, and receiving one defector, while also seizing some military positions.
Since January 16, approximately 180 junta troops had launched operations in the area. Resistance forces engaged them for over a month, with more than 10 clashes occurring near Shatpone village. Five soldiers were reportedly wounded.
Following heavy losses, junta troops fired artillery indiscriminately, killing two civilians. Drone and incendiary bomb attacks destroyed over 60 civilian homes in Shatpone village.
On February 18, resistance forces intensified their offensive and seized military positions at Tan Shin Monastery in the morning and at Thingan Taw Pagoda Hill and its monastery in the afternoon. After losing these bases, the junta conducted a jet airstrike on Thingan Taw Monastery around 3:30 p.m.
Captured and defected soldiers are being treated in accordance with international laws of war, according to Myeik District Battalion 1. Seven resistance fighters and two KNDO members sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Fighting remains ongoing, and residents have been urged to follow resistance forces’ security warnings.
⸻ - Intense Daily Fighting in Bhamo; Junta Conducting Heavy Air and Drone Attacks, Says KIA
m.CDM – March 1
The Kachin Independence Army (KIA) Information Department reported that heavy daily fighting continues in Bhamo, Kachin State. The junta is carrying out intense air and drone bombings on conflict zones.
According to a February 28 update, junta forces have launched major offensives on Bhamo, prompting strong resistance from KIA and allied forces. The Bhamo offensive began in December 2024 and has now lasted approximately one year and three months.
During fighting in February, KIA and allied forces reportedly seized some junta positions and captured weapons and prisoners of war. Clashes have also occurred in Waingmaw, Hpakant, and Mohnyin townships.
⸻ - Police Officer Arrested by PDF While Attempting Solo Robbery in Pakokku
A police officer under junta command was arrested by the Daung Nyi Naung People’s Defense Force in Pakokku Township’s North Lukan village while attempting an armed robbery.
The arrest took place on the night of February 28. The officer, stationed at a monastery in the village, had reportedly been entering homes at odd hours and committing armed robberies for several days.
During arrest, he fired his weapon in an attempt to escape, injuring one civilian in the leg. Authorities seized a G3 rifle, 278 rounds of ammunition, 22 pistol rounds, and one hand grenade. He will be prosecuted in accordance with the laws of war.
⸻ - Junta Vehicle Ambushed in Naypyitaw’s Ottarathiri Township
On February 28 at 9:36 a.m., the Vissano People’s Defense Force ambushed a military vehicle carrying approximately 12 junta troops near Mile 17 on the Magway–Kanpyar road.
The vehicle reportedly stopped about 150 meters from the ambush point. Only the driver and one soldier escaped; around 10 soldiers were reportedly killed or injured. Resistance fighters withdrew safely due to the arrival of junta reinforcements.
⸻ - Pyu Saw Htee Leader Among Two Killed in Attack in Oakpho
In Bago Region’s Oakpho Township, resistance fighters attacked a vehicle carrying Pyu Saw Htee members led by local leader “J Gyi” (aka J Maung). Two were killed, and resistance forces seized one homemade firearm, one grenade, 45 rounds of G3 ammunition, two phones, and the vehicle.
⸻ - KNU Grants Amnesty to 29 Prisoners
The Karen National Union (KNU), under Chairman Padoh Saw Kwe Htoo Win’s order No. 1/2026, granted amnesty to 29 prisoners (24 men and 5 women) on February 25.
The amnesty applies to offenses committed before January 31, 2026, under Section 18 (b, c) of the Kawthoolei Penal Code. Those convicted of murder, rape, or serious drug offenses with sentences over seven years were excluded, though some received sentence reductions.
Released prisoners must comply with conditions; repeat offenses will result in serving both previous and new sentences.
⸻ - Shan Youth Network Criticizes Shan Armed Groups for Failing to Protect Civilians
In a statement marking Tai Youth Day on March 1, the Shan Youth Network criticized Shan armed organizations for failing to effectively protect Shan civilians from injustice and abuse.
The statement highlighted ongoing issues since the 2021 coup and Operation 1027, including forced recruitment, arbitrary arrests, drug proliferation, gambling, online scams, and social decline. It also raised concerns about ethnic discrimination, cultural conflict, declining education, and uncertain futures for youth.
Shan political parties were also criticized for remaining silent despite public suffering. The statement urged monks, cultural groups, and youth across Shan areas to promote unity, safeguard cultural heritage, and strengthen community-based education for future generations.
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Today’s news was contributed by Ko Thit and Lu Lay.