Hello, everyone.
Starting now, we will be reading and presenting m.CDM’s domestic news. Today’s briefing includes:
- In Hpakant, the military council bombed a jade mining site— a mother was killed and a young child injured; in Mawkmai, PNO burned and destroyed four Pa-O villages
- In Paungde Township, PDFs attacked a military column on the move; two were killed including a column commander, and some ammunition was seized
- Kim Aris says the junta’s so-called “amnesty” is simply a lie meant to deceive the world
- NUG warns that daytime temperatures are rising in most major cities in Myanmar, and that air pollution in parts of Yangon Region may reach health-hazard levels
Along with these, we will also cover other related developments.
1) In Hpakant, the military council bombed a jade mining site— a mother was killed and a young child injured; in Mawkmai, PNO burned and destroyed four Pa-O villages
m.CDM — March 7
In Hpakant Township, Kachin State, the military council carried out an airstrike despite there being no active fighting, resulting in the instant death of one woman and injuries to several civilians, including her three-year-old son, according to local reports.
At around 1:00 p.m. on March 7, a jet fighter bombed the “Kyaw Naing jade mining site” in Ta Ma Khan Village Tract, Hpakant Township.
As a result of the attack, a woman who had been staying in staff housing inside the mining compound was killed on the spot. Her three-year-old son and two other civilians were also injured.
Meanwhile in southern Shan State, in Mawkmai Township, the PNO militia operating under the military council reportedly launched an offensive into the Kadugyi area and set fire to and destroyed four Pa-O villages—Khin Nan, Ham Bwa, Ban Mat (new village), and Panar Pan.
More than 100 homes were reportedly reduced to ashes, and about 500 residents fled urgently into nearby forests and mountains to seek safety.
Reports also say PNO militia members burned a monastery in Ham Bwa village, forcibly drove out the resident monk, arrested local civilians and used them as human shields, and killed and consumed villagers’ livestock—including buffalo, cattle, and horses.
Local sources also reported that on March 4, three villagers who went into the forest to search for buffalo were detained by the PNO militia; two of them were allegedly shot and killed.
Similarly, in the Moe Bye area along the Shan–Karenni border, fighting has intensified. The military council has reportedly continued firing artillery and drones without pause, forcing displaced civilians from Lwe Wain and Lwe Yin Mingalar villages to flee again on an emergency basis.
In Rakhine State, the military council also reportedly carried out further airstrikes on Nwar Tine Kote village in Rathedaung Township and Nga Pyi Kyun village in Pauktaw Township at 5:40 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. on March 7, including the use of rockets.
2) In Paungde Township, PDFs attacked a military column on the move; two were killed including a column commander, and some ammunition was seized
m.CDM — March 7
In Paungde Township, Pyay District, Bago Region, PDFs carried out a mine ambush on a military column advancing from KhaMaYa (Light Infantry Battalion) 10, based in Pauktaw village, killing two junta personnel including a column commander, and seizing some ammunition, according to a statement by Paungde Township People’s Defense Force (PPDF) Battalion 3601.
They said the attack took place at around 6:00 a.m. on March 6, near a cemetery to the west of Thet Mae village, and was carried out by Pyay District Battalion 1, Unit 2, under the command of Strategy 21.
A spokesperson identified as Comrade Shadow, the information officer of Pyay District Battalion 1, confirmed that two were killed (including the column commander) and three were critically wounded.
The statement also recalled an earlier incident on March 2, when troops from KhaMaYa 10—about 50 soldiers—attempted to advance toward Thet Mae village and were ambushed by Pyay District Battalion 1, Unit 3, also under Strategy 21, resulting in two deaths and three injuries, after which the column withdrew rather than pushing forward.
After taking losses, the military council reportedly replenished its forces within KhaMaYa 10 and again advanced toward Thet Mae with roughly 50 troops, leading to the second ambush by Unit 2.
Following this latest mine attack, the military council forces reportedly returned fire using heavy weapons and small arms, but the PDF fighters were able to withdraw without casualties.
Because the column was hit hard again, it reportedly retreated back to the KhaMaYa 10 base while carrying away the dead and wounded. Afterward, PDFs conducted area clearance and seized a magazine, 42 rounds of 5.56mm ammunition, and some other military items.
3) In Ye Township, a military column was bombed by drones by the Mon–Tanintharyi “Brotherhood Drone Coalition” and allied forces
m.CDM — March 7
In northern Ye Township, Mon State, resistance groups reported that they attacked a military council column that was moving and operating in the area, using drones to drop bombs. The announcement came from the Mon State Revolutionary Force.
At 2:40 p.m. on March 5, the coalition reportedly dropped six drone bombs on a military column that had temporarily stopped near Kanin Kamaw village.
Resistance forces said they withdrew successfully without casualties, while the extent of junta casualties remains unconfirmed and is still being verified.
They said the drone teams involved came from units within the coalition, including the Mon State Revolutionary Force (MSRF), Kampaw Battalion (KBDF), and the Ye Guerrilla Force (YGF).
The statement added that allied forces participating as part of the joint resistance coalition included MSRF, the Ye People’s Defense Force (YPDF), KNLA Battalion 27, and a YGF strike unit.
4) In Kalay, a conscripted soldier who was “high on drugs” and lost his way was captured alive along with his weapon
m.CDM — March 7
In Kalay Township, Sagaing Region, the group Kalay Urban Guerrilla (Kalay UG) reported that it captured alive a military council soldier who had allegedly overused narcotics and become delirious, and seized his weapon and ammunition.
They said the soldier—identified as Aung Sein Thaung, stationed with junta forces at Chin Sai village in southern Kalay Township—became intoxicated and disoriented on March 5, wandered off course, encountered Kalay UG members conducting local security duties, and was detained.
They said they seized one MA-1 rifle, four magazines, and 75 rounds of 5.56mm ammunition, and that he is being held and questioned in line with international prisoner-of-war norms.
Kalay UG also claimed that many military council soldiers are addicted to drugs and have been committing abuses such as extorting money from civilians, looting, and theft.
They added that in Kalay town, incidents of forced porter recruitment and extortion have become widespread, leaving local residents living in fear and anxiety.
5) “Our Trees Education Foundation,” co-founded by revolutionary artist Daung, launches to support education for resistance youth and displaced communities
m.CDM — March 7
A new initiative called the “Our Trees Education Foundation” has been launched to support resistance youth and young people from war-affected areas who have lost educational opportunities due to the junta’s repression, the organization announced.
The foundation was co-founded by the revolutionary artist Daung. It said it aims to prioritize support for youth in conflict zones and liberated areas—especially young people involved in local defense and administrative work—so they can continue their studies.
The foundation said it will work continuously through 2026–2027, including by raising funds, conducting advocacy, supporting international language exams and certification programs, providing scholarships for university-related education support, and creating learning spaces in areas where access to education is difficult.
It also said it will operate based on core values of equality, transparency, dignity, responsibility, and accountability, and plans to collaborate with IDP camps, ethnic organizations, and grassroots education groups, with hopes of expanding beyond liberated areas into other regions where needs are urgent.
The foundation said its purpose is to keep education alive even during the resistance period, and to help nurture capable leaders needed for rebuilding the country in the future.
6) In the fourth week of February, eight people from the junta side either defected or were captured as POWs
m.CDM — March 7
The group Pyi Thu Pann Taing reported that during the fourth week of February, three soldiers defected from the junta side, and five people were captured as prisoners of war during fighting—eight in total.
All three defectors were reportedly newly conscripted recruits: two in Bago Region and one in Sagaing Region.
Among those captured as POWs were four junta soldiers and one militia member, and one of the four soldiers was also reportedly a newly conscripted recruit.
The four soldiers captured were reportedly from Kachin State, Chin State, Mon State, and Tanintharyi Region (one from each), while the militia member was captured in Magway Region.
Based on records compiled by the group, from January 2025 through the end of February this year, the total number of people on the junta side who have defected, surrendered, or been taken prisoner has reached 2,956.
The statement also urged rank-and-file soldiers to lay down arms and return home, arguing that even if the junta attempts unconventional measures, the lives of ordinary soldiers cannot return to what they once were.
7) Kim Aris says the junta’s so-called “amnesty” is simply a lie meant to deceive the world
m.CDM — March 7
Kim Aris—the younger son of State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, who remains detained—said the military dictatorship’s repeated claims of an “amnesty” are nothing more than a lie designed to deceive the international community.
His remarks came in response to the junta announcement made on the morning of March 2, stating that it had granted relief and release to 7,337 prisoners detained under provisions of the counter-terrorism law and dropped cases against 12,487 defendants.
Kim Aris said that ahead of a junta-staged parliamentary session, the regime announced it had released more than ten thousand detainees and claimed that roughly 325 political prisoners were included.
He also pointed out that the announcement came after a meeting in Phuket between Thailand’s Interior Ministry and the junta-appointed foreign minister, after which Thailand publicly suggested it would serve as a bridge to reconnect the junta with ASEAN.
However, he said thousands remain imprisoned, and emphasized that democratically elected leaders—including his mother—remain behind bars, hidden from the public eye. He also alleged that some people said to have been released were later re-arrested.
In his words, this is a propaganda maneuver by an illegitimate military regime attempting to cleanse its image—while continuing arrests, killings, and violent repression—so it can mislead the world.
He added that such tactics have been used repeatedly for many years, and that the military has consistently failed to honor its promises.
He also warned that because the regime has shown no success in governance and is not a trustworthy economic partner, those considering doing business with it will ultimately be disappointed.
Kim Aris urged people not to be deceived and not to trust the junta’s manipulation.
😎 UN warns global peace is under threat due to the U.S.–Israel–Iran war; major powers remain divided
m.CDM — March 7
The United Nations has warned that the armed conflict that began in late February between the United States, Israel, and Iran poses a serious threat to international peace and security, and has issued an urgent call for de-escalation.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres reportedly said the U.S. and Israeli attacks constitute a violation of sovereignty, while also condemning Iran’s retaliatory attacks targeting Gulf countries, and called for a return to diplomatic talks.
At an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council held on February 28, the United States argued that its actions were taken under the right of self-defense (Article 51). China and Russia, however, strongly condemned the actions as violations of the UN Charter—highlighting ongoing divisions among major powers.
As a consequence of the war, civilians have been forced to flee in large numbers, including more than 100,000 people from Tehran, with the UNHCR reportedly initiating relief operations.
The World Health Organization (WHO) also objected to attacks on hospitals in Iran and Lebanon, and UN Women warned of rising risks of violence affecting women and children.
In addition, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) warned that the possibility of the Strait of Hormuz being blocked could create a severe danger for the global economy.
Although the UN is urging the war to stop, divisions among major powers have reportedly prevented the adoption of an effective Security Council resolution, leaving humanitarian assistance as the primary focus.
9) NUG warns rising temperatures and hazardous air pollution conditions in parts of Yangon Region
m.CDM — March 7
The National Unity Government (NUG) warned that daytime temperatures are rising across most major cities in Myanmar, and that in some townships in Yangon Region, air pollution levels have reached a point where vulnerable groups may face serious health risks.
The NUG warned that air pollution—especially fine particulate matter such as PM2.5—can cause respiratory problems including irritation of the nose and throat, coughing, sneezing, breathing difficulties, and can worsen asthma and allergies. It may also cause eye redness, itching, tearing, and other symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, and general discomfort.
The statement further warned that people with chronic illnesses—especially those with underlying lung disease or cardiovascular conditions—may face increased risks of sudden heart attacks and strokes. It also noted that PM2.5 can intensify inflammation in the lungs and may raise the risk of lung cancer.
Vulnerable groups—children, the elderly, those with weakened immune systems, and pregnant women—are more likely to suffer health impacts. For pregnant women, symptoms may worsen, and risks may include low birth weight, premature birth, and potential harm to fetal lung and brain development, according to the NUG Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management (as cited in the statement you provided).
The NUG acknowledged that air pollution is difficult to avoid entirely, but said proper protective measures can reduce harm. It urged anyone experiencing pollution-related symptoms to seek medical evaluation and treatment at the nearest health facility as soon as possible.
Today’s briefing was contributed by Ko Thit and Lu Lay.