Mingalarbar. We now present today’s domestic news from m.CDM.
Today’s main stories include the killing of Y Yinmabin District Battalion 6 commander “Pale Maung” during a district office meeting; deadly airstrikes and artillery attacks by the military junta in Magway, Mandalay, Chin, and Sagaing regions; CTUM central committee members facing arrest warrants and passport cancellations; and Myanmar democracy activists delivering an open letter at the Jeju Peace Forum.
- Yinmabin Battalion Commander “Pale Maung” Shot Dead
In Sagaing Region, Ye Baw Pale Maung, commander of Yinmabin District Battalion 6, was shot dead at around 2 p.m. on June 26 during a meeting at the district office. The shooter was identified as Ye Baw Nyein, personal assistant to Yinmabin District Commander Bo Swan. PDF headquarters confirmed that the suspect has been disarmed and detained at the district military command.
A video circulating online shows the suspect claiming he acted because he suspected Pale Maung of wrongdoing related to the revolution. However, a revolutionary leader close to Pale Maung said that any alleged offense should have been handled through proper military law and disciplinary procedures, and that killing him during a meeting attended by the district commander was unacceptable. The Ministry of Defense said the Sagaing military command is investigating closely to prevent further problems, and PDF headquarters said the case will be handled under military law. - Five Civilians, Including Two Children, Killed in Natmauk Airstrike
In Magway Region’s Natmauk Township, the military reportedly bombed Thamone Kone village on June 25 at around 4:20 p.m., despite there being no fighting in the area. According to the Natmauk People’s Defense Organization, two fighter jets dropped four 500-pound bombs and also fired machine guns into the village.
Five civilians were killed, including a mother and her two sons. The victims were identified as 33-year-old Ma Than Than Maw, her sons Maung Aung Phone Khant, 12, and Maung Nyi Phone Khant, 8, along with villagers Ko Chit Oo, 39, and Daw Yi, 69. Three others were injured. Local defense officials warned civilians across the country to remain alert to the danger of airstrikes. - Junta Attacks in Nyaung-U, Mindat, Pale, and Yinmabin
In Mandalay Region’s Nyaung-U Township, junta artillery fire from Taung Zin police station hit Chaung Wa village on June 26, killing one child and injuring two others.
In Chin State, Mindat town was again bombed from around 6 a.m. to after 3 p.m. on June 26 by fighter jets and Y-12 aircraft, with more than 20 bombs reportedly dropped. The previous day, the junta had also dropped more than 80 bombs on Mindat and nearby eastern areas.
In Sagaing Region, junta columns entering villages in Pale and Yinmabin townships reportedly looted civilian property. Residents from affected villages have fled to safer areas. - Suicide Drone Attack in Myaung Township
In Myaung Township, Sagaing Region, the junta reportedly used four suicide drones to bomb the area near Mya Thein Tan Pagoda in Nabet village on the night of June 25, even though no fighting was taking place. No civilian casualties were reported, but several homes were burned. Local sources said six civilian houses were destroyed. - Revolutionary Forces Attack Junta Positions in Myaing and Salin
In Magway Region, revolutionary groups said they attacked junta troops stationed near the fire station in Myaing town on June 25, killing one junta soldier and injuring two others. Separately, in Salin Township, Magway Federal Unit columns and allied defense forces clashed four times with a junta column of about 120 troops on June 14. They claimed six junta-linked personnel were killed and more than 30 injured. - Pale Authorities Warn Against Using Key Roads
The Pale Township People’s Administration warned the public not to use the Pale–Lettaunggyi, Pale–Kyartat, and Pale–Mintaingpin roads due to the presence of junta columns and the risk of fighting. Travelers and traders were urged to seek permission from relevant authorities if travel is unavoidable. - Magway Federal Unit Vows Response to Junta Atrocities
The Interim Magway Federal Unit Government’s Ministry of Defense said it will respond firmly to brutal acts committed by the junta against civilians. It said protecting the lives and property of the people remains its priority and urged residents to avoid routes used by junta columns. - KNA Pledges Continued Alliance Against Military Dictatorship
The Kayan National Army said it will continue working closely with allied revolutionary forces to completely dismantle military dictatorship and build a federal democratic union. The message was included in a statement marking the 48th anniversary of the Kayan New Land Party and its armed movement. - Salai Tin Maung Oo Memorial Marked Online
An online ceremony was held on June 26 to mark the 50th anniversary of the execution of student leader Salai Tin Maung Oo. Chin revolutionary groups said they would continue fighting military dictatorship with his spirit of courage. Salai Tin Maung Oo was executed in Insein Prison on June 26, 1976, by the Ne Win military regime, and is remembered as the first student leader executed under Myanmar’s military dictatorship. - Junta Cancels Passports of 27 CTUM Leaders
The junta has reportedly cancelled the passports of 27 central committee members of the Confederation of Trade Unions Myanmar, including CTUM leader U Maung Maung, also known as Pyi Thit Nyunt Wai. Arrest warrants had been issued against them under Section 124(a) since June 4, 2021. CTUM condemned the move as a serious violation of basic human rights and said the junta is trying to pressure labor leaders in response to international labor union campaigns. - Myanmar Spring Revolution Activists Receive NED Democracy Award
The National Endowment for Democracy announced that grassroots activists from Myanmar’s Spring Revolution are among the recipients of its 2026 Democracy Award. The award honors activists around the world who defend fundamental freedoms despite serious risks. Recipients also include activists and organizations from Russia, Cuba, Syria, and Ethiopia. The award ceremony is expected to be held in September at Mount Vernon, Virginia. - Myanmar Issue Raised at World Cup Match in Atlanta
At a World Cup match between Haiti and Morocco in Atlanta on June 24, a Myanmar family displayed posters supporting the Spring Revolution and the National Unity Government. They also held signs opposing military hardliners and ultranationalist groups, and called for proof of life for Daw Aung San Suu Kyi. The family said the important thing is not who takes action, but that everyone can and should do what they can. - Myanmar Open Letter Delivered at Jeju Peace Forum
At the Jeju Peace Forum 2026 in South Korea, Myanmar revolutionary and democracy groups delivered an open letter to United Nations figures and international leaders, outlining the situation on the ground and urgent needs of the Myanmar people. The campaign was conducted for three days from June 24 to 26.
The forum’s theme was “Reinventing Cooperation in a Fragmented World.” The Myanmar campaign was organized by the Anti-Military Coup Committee Korea, MFDMC, and KOCO. The groups said they directly handed letters to former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, five future UN secretary-general candidates, and senior diplomats and experts from more than 60 countries.
The letter called for urgent, practical, and effective support for peace and democracy in Myanmar, recognition of the NUG, non-recognition of the junta, stronger sanctions, and continued international diplomatic pressure until Myanmar achieves federal democracy.
These reports were filed for m.CDM by reporters Ko Thit and Lu Lay.