Hello, and welcome. From now on, we will be presenting m.CDM domestic news updates.
Today’s main headlines include:
1. Fierce fighting between Tedim and Thantlang; junta airstrikes kill 8 people including 7 children
2. Suu Foundation says Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s transfer to house arrest amounts to diplomatic hostage-taking
3. 11 PDF members killed in an ambush during a clearance operation in Taungtha Township
4. Prime Minister Mann Win Khaing Than and team inspect ground conditions in Bago Region
…along with other news.
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1. Fierce fighting between Tedim and Thantlang; airstrikes kill civilians including children
m.CDM, May 4
Heavy fighting is ongoing between junta forces and Chin resistance joint forces near Letpan Kone and Akluai villages between Tedim and Thantlang in Chin State.
Around 200 junta troops reportedly advanced from Thantlang toward Tedim as reinforcements. Clashes began on May 2 with joint forces including PDF-Zoland and CDF CDM Siyin, and continued into the morning.
Gunfire has been लगातार, and the junta has provided air support using jet fighters, reportedly attempting to seize Kennedy Hill base held by PDF Zoland.
Due to the risk of urban fighting, most residents of Tedim have fled to nearby villages and toward Kale in Sagaing Region.
On May 2, a drone strike by Infantry Battalion 269 targeted a fuel station near the Tedim entrance sign, killing a 13-year-old boy, Tg. Lian Muan Kim, who had been helping at the shop.
Earlier, on May 1, two 500-pound bombs were dropped on Khaupi village in Falam Township, killing 7 people (including 6 children) and injuring 8, with at least 10 houses destroyed.
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2. Attack on junta checkpoint in Kyaukpadaung Township leaves 7 soldiers dead
m.CDM, May 4
Resistance forces attacked a junta checkpoint in Myothit Chaung, Kyaukpadaung Township, Bago Region, killing 7 soldiers, according to Battalion 3801, Company 5.
The attack occurred around 10:51 AM on May 3 using small arms. The operation was carried out by the Kyaukpadaung HERO guerrilla unit under Battalion 3801.
No casualties were reported among resistance fighters or civilians. The public has been warned to avoid proximity to junta forces.
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3. 11 PDF members killed in ambush in Taungtha Township
m.CDM, May 4
In Taungtha Township, Mandalay Region, 11 members of a local PDF column (Min Thar Gyi column) were killed in an ambush.
Around 9 AM on May 4, 13 PDF members traveling by vehicle into a village were attacked by junta troops lying in wait.
Losses included weapons (3 MA-1 rifles, 1 MA-3), a 60mm mortar, ammunition, body armor, and one vehicle.
Junta forces reportedly burned the bodies of the fallen fighters. Two surviving members remain unaccounted for.
The column had recently separated from Myingyan District Battalion 3.
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4. Suu Foundation: Suu Kyi’s house arrest is “diplomatic hostage-taking”
m.CDM, May 4
The Suu Foundation stated that Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s transfer to house arrest constitutes diplomatic hostage-taking by the junta.
While welcoming improved humanitarian conditions, the foundation stressed the urgent need for proper healthcare and access to family members and legal counsel.
Detained since the 2021 coup, she has been sentenced to 27 years in prison on multiple charges.
The foundation called for the unconditional release of all political prisoners, stating that genuine national reconciliation cannot be achieved otherwise.
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5. 42 LPDF groups call for Suu Kyi’s release and vow continued resistance
m.CDM, May 4
A coalition of 42 Local People’s Defense Forces (LPDFs) in Magway Region issued a joint statement calling for the immediate and unconditional release of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi.
They welcomed the release of President U Win Myint but criticized the continued detention of Suu Kyi as politically insincere.
They pledged to continue fighting alongside ethnic allies under the Magway Federal Unit Government until federal democracy is achieved.
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6. ACNFC demands video proof that Suu Kyi is alive
m.CDM, May 4
The Asho-Chin National Federal Council (ACNFC) called for video evidence confirming Daw Aung San Suu Kyi is alive.
They requested recent video footage showing her condition, along with transparency about her health, court appearances, and communication rights.
ACNFC emphasized her essential role in resolving Myanmar’s crisis and building federal democracy.
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7. NUG Prime Minister visits Bago Region military command
m.CDM, May 4
NUG Prime Minister Mann Win Khaing Than, along with senior officials, visited the Bago Region military command (Operation Area 2).
They received briefings on operations in the Sittaung River basin and met with local civilians and PDF fighters.
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8. Junta preparing major offensive toward Kyaukhtu, defectors say
m.CDM, May 4
Two defecting soldiers revealed that the junta is preparing to launch an offensive toward Kyaukhtu in Magway Region with around 600 troops.
The column reportedly moved from Pyin Oo Lwin to a defense factory (KaPaSa-22) and then into southern Pauk Township.
Airstrikes and reconnaissance flights have intensified in the area.
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9. Civilian and child injured in heavy fighting in Hpakant
m.CDM, May 4
Heavy clashes between junta forces and KIA/KPDF are ongoing in Hpakant, Kachin State.
Artillery fire injured one adult and one child. Some civilians are reportedly trapped due to movement restrictions imposed by junta forces.
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10. Indaw authorities order shutdown of Starlink services amid fighting
m.CDM, May 4
Due to renewed fighting, the Indaw Township People’s Administration under the NUG has ordered temporary shutdown of Starlink internet services.
Non-compliance may result in confiscation and legal action.
The junta reportedly retook control of Indaw on April 30 after launching a large-scale offensive.
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These reports were provided by Ko Thit and Lu Lay.