Good day. We now present m.CDM’s domestic news.
Today’s reports include intensified clashes in Shwegu and Natogyi, where around 31 junta troops were reportedly killed, and the assassination of a local PDF leader in Monywa. In Shwegu, junta columns allegedly killed at least eight civilians, while drone and air attacks in Wetlet and Myaing caused civilian casualties and widespread fear.
In Shwegu Township, Kachin State, fighting broke out on June 15 between junta forces and KIA/PDF allied troops near the Nga Oh area. Military sources said around 20 junta soldiers were killed, while some were captured and weapons were seized. Junta forces have reportedly been reinforcing routes toward Shwegu and Bhamo, leading to continuing clashes and airstrikes. In Natogyi Township, Mandalay Region, local resistance forces attacked a junta column, reportedly killing 11 soldiers and injuring six. The military allegedly used civilians as human shields, burned homes, and killed a mentally ill civilian after forcing him to wear a PDF uniform.
In Monywa Township, Sagaing Region, Ko Lin Yone, a local PDF leader, was shot dead in an ambush while returning to camp with his wife. Local resistance members described his death as a serious loss for the revolution. Investigations are ongoing, but no arrests have yet been reported.
In Shwegu, residents said junta troops killed at least eight civilians, including women, after entering Kai and Shwe Phone Myint villages. Homes were also damaged by airstrikes and artillery. In Wetlet Township, a suicide drone attack killed 55-year-old Daw Boat Sone and injured her son and daughter. In Myaing Township, Magway Region, an A-5 bomber from Tada-U Air Base reportedly carried out two airstrikes near Mankyi Kan village, leaving residents fearful despite no reported casualties.
In Taungdwingyi Township, Magway Region, two resistance attacks on June 15 reportedly killed four junta personnel, including a captain. Resistance groups said they seized firearms, ammunition, and documents after the attacks.
In Myingyan Township, Mandalay Region, resistance forces attacked a junta column of about 150 soldiers and Pyu Saw Htee members moving from Kyipinkan village toward Ywathit. The attack reportedly caused heavy casualties among junta troops, while one resistance fighter sustained minor injuries.
The Humanitarian and Development Coordination Office denied Human Rights Watch’s allegation that the Arakan Army committed a mass killing of civilians in Htan Shauk Khan village, Buthidaung Township. HDCO said its population records did not support HRW’s claim of more than 179 people killed or missing, and stated that it was ready to cooperate with independent investigations.
In Yangon, ahead of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s 81st birthday on June 19, the photo of General Aung San and a signboard in front of her residence at No. 54 University Avenue were reportedly removed. The incident followed the earlier removal of NLD party signs and peacock symbols from the party headquarters.
Meanwhile, pro-democracy groups carried out a Rose Movement campaign in Yangon despite military surveillance and restrictions. The movement calls for the release of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and all political prisoners, the abolition of forced conscription, and public recognition of U Win Myint as Myanmar’s president and Daw Aung San Suu Kyi as State Counsellor.
Justice For Myanmar urged China to stop supporting the Myanmar military junta after Chinese President Xi Jinping met junta chief Min Aung Hlaing in Beijing. JFM said China’s arms sales, investment ties, and political engagement help legitimize and strengthen the junta. Xi reportedly urged Min Aung Hlaing to ensure security for the China-Myanmar Economic Corridor and Belt and Road projects.
In Rakhine State, the death toll from a passenger boat accident in Ponnagyun Township rose to 11 after more bodies were recovered. The boat, carrying 35 passengers, capsized after hitting a bridge on June 15. Twenty-four people were rescued alive. Local groups urged boat operators and passengers to take greater safety precautions during the rainy season.
Finally, the Danu State National Defence Army warned the public not to fall for junta-linked propaganda aimed at creating ethnic tension between Danu and Pa-O communities. DSNDA said both communities have long lived together peacefully and condemned online efforts to stir division.
These reports were contributed by Ko Thit, Lu Lay, and Khar Shell.