Hello everyone. We now bring you today’s m.CDM domestic news.
Today’s main stories:
1. Seven people, including children, killed and seven seriously injured in military attacks in Sagaing, Kachin and Magway.
2. Around 80 prisoners of war held by PDF Zoland seize weapons and escape.
3. Heavy fighting continues in Bhamo, where more than 40 junta troops were reportedly killed and over 30 captured.
4. More than 20 junta troops reportedly killed in an attack on a military convoy traveling from Monywa to Sagaing.
5. A military vessel sinks following attacks by KIA-led forces near Bhamo.
6. Junta authorities arrest an alleged leader of a group accused of stealing and selling banking data, along with online gambling agents.
7. Myanmar Lawyers’ Council issues a legal assessment concerning military airstrikes against civilians.
8. AA reports continued military airstrikes against civilians in Arakan.
9. Resistance group again warns government employees in Sagaing to leave junta-controlled departments.
10. NUG warns of heavy rain and possible flash flooding in several parts of Myanmar.
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## 1. Seven Killed in Military Attacks
Seven people, including children, were reportedly killed and seven others seriously injured in attacks by junta forces in several parts of Myanmar.
In Wetlet Township, Sagaing Region, two displaced civilians, a married couple, were seriously injured when an 81-mm artillery shell fired by junta troops exploded near Ywar Thar village.
Residents said the couple had previously fled their home in western Singu Township because of military drone attacks.
Three gyrocopters from the Northwestern Regional Military Command in Monywa also reportedly bombed villages southeast of Chaung-U on September 13.
In Tanai Township, Kachin State, a militia under junta control reportedly shot and killed 59-year-old U La Kwe and later detained another local resident.
Meanwhile, in Minhla Township, Magway Region, powered paragliders reportedly dropped eight bombs on Zun Kya village on September 13.
Six civilians were killed, including four women and two children. Among the victims were 70-year-old Daw Pa Sar and 15-year-old Maung Kaung Htet Kyaw.
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## 2. Around 80 POWs Escape from PDF Zoland Detention Facility
Around **80 prisoners of war**, including officers holding the ranks of major and captain, reportedly escaped from a detention facility operated by PDF Zoland in Tedim Township, northern Chin State.
The mass escape occurred on the night of September 13.
According to sources, two prisoners were allowed outside on the pretext of bathing. They allegedly attacked two resistance fighters on guard duty and seized two firearms and ammunition.
They then reportedly unlocked other detention cells, allowing around 80 prisoners to escape together.
The escapees had been captured during fighting in Tedim Township and the battle for the strategically important Kennedy Peak position.
PDF Zoland deployed forces to search areas around Tedim and Kennedy Peak, but as of September 14, none of the escapees had reportedly been recaptured.
At least 10 prisoners held by PDF Zoland had also escaped in August. Local residents are reportedly concerned that military information obtained by the prisoners while in captivity could now be compromised.
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## 3. More Than 40 Junta Troops Reportedly Killed in Bhamo Fighting
Heavy fighting continues around Bhamo Township in Kachin State.
According to the report, resistance forces surrounded and attacked a junta column of nearly 100 troops, killing more than **40 soldiers**.
Fighting began near Kaung Ja Yang village on September 12. On September 13, KIA-led allied forces reportedly ambushed reinforcements advancing from Infantry Battalion 47 in Bhamo.
The column reportedly consisted largely of newly conscripted soldiers.
After suffering heavy losses, the remaining troops retreated toward Si Hai while carrying wounded soldiers and bodies.
During clearance operations through the morning of September 14, resistance forces reportedly discovered more than 40 bodies and captured **over 30 soldiers alive**, together with weapons and ammunition.
The report says junta forces have been struggling against KIA drones and artillery and have relied on airstrikes for support.
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## 4. More Than 20 Soldiers Reportedly Killed in Convoy Attack
More than 20 junta soldiers were reportedly killed and many others injured when resistance forces attacked a military convoy traveling from the Northwestern Regional Military Command in Monywa toward the 33rd Light Infantry Division headquarters in Sagaing.
The attack reportedly occurred near Police Battalion 16 on September 13.
According to the Lin Yone Nyi Naung Guerrilla Force-Sagaing, resistance fighters used mines against the convoy, completely destroying one vehicle.
They also fired two 80-mm shells toward locations where soldiers had taken defensive positions.
When junta troops left their vehicles and fired into the surrounding area, they reportedly entered another prepared minefield and were attacked again.
The resistance group claimed more than 20 soldiers were killed during the overall operation.
However, junta troops’ subsequent firing reportedly killed one civilian working in a peanut field and wounded another in the leg.
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## 5. Military Vessel Sinks Following KIA-Led Attack
A military vessel reportedly sank near the **Second Defile of the Ayeyarwady River** following attacks by forces led by the Kachin Independence Army (KIA).
According to local military sources, the vessel had traveled downstream from the Bhamo area under cover of darkness on the night of September 13.
It was initially attacked below Su Put Kone village and continued drifting downstream.
At around 7 a.m. on September 14, KIA-led forces reportedly attacked the vessel again near Nat Myet Hna Taung, causing it to catch fire and sink.
Several senior officers reportedly escaped toward shore by boat, including a deputy commander from Military Operations Command 21, a G2 officer and a battalion commander from Light Infantry Battalion 320.
The previous day, KIA-led forces had also reportedly intercepted six military vessels traveling downstream from Bhamo, with two vessels damaged by fire.
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## 6. Arrests Over Alleged Theft of Banking Data and Online Gambling
Junta authorities have arrested the alleged leader of a group accused of stealing and selling information belonging to private banks and businesses, as well as several senior agents allegedly involved in illegal online gambling.
A 30-year-old man identified as the leader of the **“DYSPHOR1A” group** was reportedly arrested by the Bureau of Special Investigation.
According to the report, a domestic cybersecurity group called **White Tigers** uncovered allegations that the group had obtained and sold information associated with several businesses, including Yoma Fleet, KBZ and AYA Pay, in cooperation with an overseas group.
Authorities are reportedly investigating possible involvement by bank employees.
Separately, senior agents allegedly connected with illegal online gambling operations such as Ibet 789 and 555 Mix were also arrested.
Several suspects were reportedly detained at Yangon Airport, Pyin Oo Lwin, Hlaing Tharyar and Thaketa in early September.
Junta authorities said legal action would be taken against those arrested and that investigations into online gambling networks would continue.
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## 7. Myanmar Lawyers’ Council Issues Legal Assessment on Airstrikes
The Myanmar Lawyers’ Council says legislative, executive and judicial officials who fail to prevent military airstrikes deliberately targeting civilians could share responsibility for the violence.
The council issued the statement on September 14 as part of a legal assessment concerning airstrikes against civilian populations.
It said that since the February 1, 2021 coup, military forces have systematically and extensively attacked locations that are not military targets, including religious buildings, hospitals, schools and displacement camps.
Children, elderly people and women have been among those killed.
The council also cited the August 21 bombing of civilians participating in a meditation retreat at a monastery compound in Myaung Township, Sagaing Region. It said **16 people, including a monk, were killed and 28 injured** in that attack.
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## 8. AA Reports Continued Airstrikes Against Arakan Civilians
The Arakan Army (AA) says junta forces continue to use military aircraft to bomb civilian areas in Arakan, causing deaths, injuries and increasing destruction of homes and other buildings.
On September 13, military aircraft reportedly carried out three bombing runs around the foothills of the historic U Raz Taw Pagoda and a suspension bridge near Ponnagyun.
Machine-gun fire was also reportedly used.
The attack killed two civilians and injured others, including a **nine-year-old girl and a 71-year-old woman**.
The AA also said the military bombed the historic Gu Wa Pagoda in Ponnagyun on September 4, damaging Buddha images.
An airstrike near Bwe Li village on September 12 reportedly damaged civilian homes, shops and a vehicle.
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## 9. Resistance Group Again Warns Government Employees in Sagaing
The Lin Yone Nyi Naung Guerrilla Force-Sagaing has again warned employees working in junta-controlled government departments in Sagaing to stop attending their offices and side with the public.
The group said this was its third warning, following an initial notice on August 25.
On September 11, the group reportedly detonated a parcel bomb between the Land Records Office and Forestry Office in Sagaing as part of its second warning.
The group says it intends to attack government offices it regards as supporting the junta and has urged employees to leave their jobs and join the Civil Disobedience Movement (CDM).
It also stated that it would not accept responsibility if employees were harmed during future attacks on those offices.
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## 10. NUG Warns of Heavy Rain and Flash Flooding
The National Unity Government’s ministry responsible for social affairs, labor and humanitarian affairs has warned people across Myanmar to be particularly cautious about **heavy rain, flooding, landslides and flash floods** this week.
The warning covers the period from **September 14 to September 20**.
Thunderstorms are expected across much of the country, influenced by weather systems from the east and air currents from the west.
The southwest monsoon could also become moderate to strong along Myanmar’s coastline and offshore areas.
Localized heavy rainfall is particularly possible in **Tanintharyi, Kachin, eastern and southern Shan State, Chin, Rakhine, Karenni, Karen and Mon areas**.
Authorities warned that heavy rainfall could lead to flooding, rapidly rising streams, riverbank erosion, landslides and flash floods and urged residents in vulnerable areas to remain alert.
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That concludes today’s **m.CDM Domestic News**.
Today’s reports were contributed by Ko Thit and Lu Lay.
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