Hello. We now present today’s m.CDM domestic news.
Today’s main stories include the PDF commanders’ meeting setting out steps to move from a “People’s Resistance War” toward a “Strategic Offensive”; criticism in Thailand over Min Aung Hlaing’s visit; airstrikes and attacks affecting civilians in several townships; and severe flooding along the Mu River in Sagaing Region.
- PDF Commanders Set Plans to Advance from “People’s Resistance War” to “Strategic Offensive”
m.CDM, August 7
The National Unity Government’s Ministry of Defence announced that senior commanders of the People’s Defence Force (PDF) have adopted plans aimed at advancing the resistance from a “People’s Resistance War” to a “Strategic Offensive.”
The four-day commanders’ meeting was held from August 3 to 6. The PDF commander-in-chief, deputy commander-in-chief and chief of staff delivered guidance, while the Ministry of Defence’s permanent secretary discussed the ministry’s strategic vision and objectives.
Representatives from ten regional military commands, one division, and various departments under military headquarters—including operations, logistics, intelligence, public security and military law—submitted reports and reviewed implementation of decisions adopted at the first commanders’ meeting of 2026.
According to the statement, future plans include strategically participating in the military coordination and command mechanism of the Steering Council for the Emergence of a Federal Democratic Union (SCEF), while strengthening cooperation with allied ethnic revolutionary organizations in different military regions.
On the fourth day, Acting President Duwa Lashi La, Prime Minister Mann Win Khaing Than and members of the People’s Security and Defence Council attended. PDF commanders presented their future military plans and received political guidance from the civilian leadership.
- Homes and Vehicles Burned; Airstrikes Hit Wetlet and Demoso
m.CDM, August 7
According to the KNU, junta troops entered U Yin Gyi village in Ler Doh Soe Township, Myeik-Dawei District, on the night of August 5 and burned two civilian houses and two vehicles.
The KNU accused the military of continuing nationwide airstrikes, drone attacks, artillery shelling, arbitrary arrests and killings despite ASEAN’s Five-Point Consensus.
In Wetlet Township, Sagaing Region, a jet reportedly flying from Tada-U Air Base dropped a bomb near the Abhidhamma (Ayeyarwady) school in Kan Phyu village shortly after midnight on August 7. Two school buildings and about three homes were damaged, while 13 cattle were killed.
In western Demoso Township, Karenni State, a junta jet bombed an internally displaced persons camp at around 6 p.m. on August 6, according to the Karenni Interim Executive Council (IEC).
A displaced man in his 50s was killed and a woman in her 70s was injured. A school used by displaced children was also damaged. IEC officials said the camp was several miles from active fighting and housed civilians not involved in the conflict.
Fighting has continued along the Demoso–Dawngankha road, with junta forces reportedly using airstrikes, artillery and drones against Karenni resistance forces.
- DPLF/DPLA Claims at Least 43 Junta Troops Killed in Ambushes, Sets Goal of Controlling 50% of Danu Region
m.CDM, August 7
The Danu People’s Liberation Front/Army (DPLF/DPLA) said it ambushed a junta convoy on the Ywangan–Yatsauk road on July 22, killing at least 40 soldiers and seizing weapons and ammunition.
On July 25, DPLA forces also attacked two FAW military vehicles traveling from Meiktila toward Taunggyi near mileposts 47/1 and 47/2 in Thazi Township. The vehicles were reportedly carrying soldiers returning from training. Three junta personnel were said to have been killed and six wounded.
Following the attacks, the military reportedly deployed more than 1,000 troops into Ywangan Township. Two civilians were reported killed, many others detained, and residents of several villages forced to flee into surrounding forests and mountains.
DPLF/DPLA also said six junta personnel have defected to the group.
In a speech marking the fourth anniversary of DPLF/DPLA on August 7, its leadership said political awareness and national consciousness among the Danu population should be strengthened. The group also pledged to work so local communities could benefit from the region’s natural resources and economy.
Its chairman acknowledged that the organization does not yet control the entire Danu region, but said it aims to gain control of at least 50 percent of the territory in the coming years.
- ASEAN Chair Philippines Calls for Unconditional Release of Aung San Suu Kyi
m.CDM, August 7
The Philippines, serving as ASEAN chair for 2026, called for the immediate and unconditional release of State Counsellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and all political prisoners.
In a statement issued on August 7, the ASEAN chair also called on Myanmar authorities to allow the ASEAN Special Envoy to visit the country and meet all relevant stakeholders, including Aung San Suu Kyi.
The Philippines welcomed a reported August 3 meeting between representatives of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and Aung San Suu Kyi, expressing hope that it would lead to regular humanitarian access to her and other political detainees.
The statement also reaffirmed the role of the ASEAN Special Envoy under the Five-Point Consensus and called for broader humanitarian access to people detained since the February 1, 2021 military coup.
- United States Again Calls for Release of Aung San Suu Kyi and All Unjustly Detained People
m.CDM, August 7
The United States again called for the immediate and unconditional release of Aung San Suu Kyi and all those it described as unjustly detained.
The U.S. Embassy in Myanmar welcomed the ICRC’s reported visit to Aung San Suu Kyi on August 3 and urged the military to engage in dialogue with all relevant parties to help end the conflict.
Washington also expressed hope that the ICRC visit would mark the beginning of regular humanitarian access.
The U.S. called on authorities to ensure that Aung San Suu Kyi receives necessary medical care and is allowed access to family members and relevant organizations. It also urged broader access to other political prisoners.
- Thai MP and 19 Student Groups Criticize Welcome for Min Aung Hlaing; Thai Government Says Visit Does Not Mean Recognition
m.CDM, August 7
Bangkok MP Dr. Anusorn Thamjai of the People’s Party said he shouted “For Peace, For Humanity” when Min Aung Hlaing arrived at the Thai Parliament because he opposed what he described as a red-carpet welcome for the Myanmar military leader.
Speaking at a press conference on August 7, he said security personnel prevented him from personally handing Min Aung Hlaing an open letter. He therefore used the slogan to express a position in support of peace, democracy and humanitarian principles.
The letter reportedly called for a political process based on the principles of the Panglong Agreement, implementation of ASEAN’s Five-Point Consensus, and time-bound action on cross-border problems including narcotics, human trafficking, online scam networks and environmental pollution.
Dr. Anusorn also criticized Min Aung Hlaing’s claims about pursuing peace, saying hundreds of airstrikes had taken place even after a 100-day peace initiative announced on April 20, 2026, while millions of people remained displaced.
Separately, 19 student unions and organizations from universities including Chulalongkorn, Thammasat and Kasetsart issued a joint statement opposing the Thai government’s official reception of Min Aung Hlaing.
They argued that such treatment could increase the international legitimacy of the Myanmar military authorities and urged Thailand to adopt a foreign policy based on human rights.
Responding to the criticism, Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak said inviting Min Aung Hlaing did not amount to formal recognition of Myanmar’s military government.
He said Thailand needed to engage directly with those exercising effective power in order to address border security, narcotics, online fraud, environmental protection and trade. Thailand also said the two sides had agreed to strengthen cooperation in these areas.
- Shooting at Bangkok-Area School Leaves Casualties
m.CDM, August 7
Thai media reported a shooting at Debsirin Nonthaburi School in the Bangkok metropolitan area on the morning of August 7 while Min Aung Hlaing was visiting Bangkok.
According to initial reports, a student carried out the shooting. Later reports cited by m.CDM said the death toll had risen to nine, with many others injured.
Thai Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin expressed condolences to the victims’ families and said emergency compensation would be provided. He also said the government would consider tightening gun-control measures.
Around the same period, a passenger vehicle reportedly crashed into a childcare center in Kanchanaburi Province, injuring about ten people, according to preliminary Thai media reports.
- Protest Banner Displayed Outside Myanmar Embassy in Bangkok Against Min Aung Hlaing’s Visit
m.CDM, August 7
Activists displayed a banner on a pedestrian bridge near Saint Louis BTS station outside the Myanmar Embassy in Bangkok on the morning of August 7.
The banner read: “Myanmar is bleeding. No handshakes with a brutal dictator.”
The action was organized jointly by the Yangon People’s Strike and the Burmese Exile Movement (BEM) in protest against the Thai government’s official reception of Min Aung Hlaing.
The groups said the action was carried out despite tight security and was intended to draw international attention to opposition against the visit.
Several Yangon-based anti-junta protest groups also issued a five-point statement urging Thailand not to grant diplomatic legitimacy to what they described as the military’s sham election and illegitimate presidency.
They also called on Thailand and other ASEAN countries to pressure the Myanmar military to end airstrikes, alleged war crimes and human-rights violations.
The groups further urged Thailand to distance itself from the military authorities over cross-border criminal activities, including human trafficking, illicit businesses and online scam networks.
They called on Thailand and ASEAN to recognize and engage with the National Unity Government, ethnic armed organizations and other revolutionary forces as representatives of Myanmar’s democratic and federal aspirations.
Similar protests were also held on August 6 outside the United Nations office and in central Bangkok by Myanmar and Thai activists opposing Min Aung Hlaing’s visit.
- NUG Human Rights Ministry Transfers Responsibilities to Sagaing, Mandalay and Magway Federal Unit Governments
m.CDM, August 7
The NUG Ministry of Human Rights formally transferred responsibilities, records and operational resources to the interim federal unit governments of Sagaing, Mandalay and Magway during a ceremony on August 5.
Federal Union Affairs Minister Dr. Lian Hmung Sakhong said the transfer was part of efforts to systematically divide responsibilities between the federal level and emerging federal unit governments.
He said transferring human-rights work to local governments would help ensure greater transparency, continuity and decentralization.
Sagaing Interim Government Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Aung Nay Win said cooperation with the Human Rights Ministry had already produced results and welcomed the transfer not only of information but also trained personnel.
Representatives from Mandalay and Magway said the ministry’s documentation would be important for public services, justice and future accountability mechanisms.
Officials also discussed a draft Human Rights Commission Law, future programs and the role of trained human-rights officers working within the federal units.
- More Than 35 Villages Flooded Along Mu River; Over 10,000 People Displaced
m.CDM, August 7
More than 35 villages in Depayin, Khin-U, Ye-U and Ayadaw townships have been affected by flooding along the Mu River in Sagaing Region, while more than 10,000 people have reportedly been forced to leave their homes.
In Depayin Township alone, rising water from the Mu River, combined with increased inflow from the Thaphanseik Dam, affected more than 17 villages and over 2,000 households, representing more than 10,000 residents.
Township administrative bodies, local defence organizations, resistance groups, education groups and residents have been working together to relocate affected communities and provide food and emergency relief.
Flooding was also reported in numerous villages in Khin-U Township along the Mu River and the DY-1 canal beginning in the early hours of August 7, forcing thousands of residents to move to safer areas.
Authorities also warned that water levels could rise further because of damage or breaches to embankments along the Mu River.