{"id":7177,"date":"2025-08-07T21:43:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T15:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/?p=7177"},"modified":"2025-08-08T10:44:15","modified_gmt":"2025-08-08T04:14:15","slug":"myanmar-domestic-news-updates-aug-07-2025-evening","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/2025\/08\/myanmar-domestic-news-updates-aug-07-2025-evening\/","title":{"rendered":"Myanmar Domestic News Updates \u2013 Aug 07, 2025 Evening"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Myanmar Domestic News Updates \u2013 Aug 07, 2025 Evening<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udccc\ud83d\udccc 1. Landslide in Thandaunggyi Township Claims 11 Lives<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

August 7<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to continuous heavy rainfall in Thandaunggyi Township, Kayin State, landslides and flash floods triggered by mountain runoff have led to the deaths of at least 11 people, with others still reported missing, according to rescue workers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The landslide initially occurred on July 29<\/strong>, damaging around 30 houses<\/strong>, of which four were completely destroyed<\/strong>, though no casualties were reported at that time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, after the rain on August 4<\/strong>, fatal landslides occurred on August 5<\/strong>, resulting in increasing loss of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As of the morning of August 7<\/strong>, with rain still falling, a local resident said that landslides continued to impact both the urban area of Thandaunggyi and nearby villages\u2014such as Laipyale<\/strong>, Khwe<\/strong>, and others\u2014where 11 people<\/strong> residing in hillside gardens had died, and several remain missing. Landslides continue to occur, and homes are still being damaged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The resident added that this disaster is unprecedented<\/em> in Thandaunggyi Township. Significant infrastructure such as prominent creeks, bridges, and inter-village roads have been completely destroyed. Long-established trees such as teak<\/strong>, durian<\/strong>, betel nut<\/strong>, and economically cultivated falapine<\/strong> crops have all been wiped out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The reported figures are as of the morning of August 7<\/strong>, and because it is still raining, some residents who had been living in hillside garden plots have not returned<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rescue teams also reported that retrieving the bodies of those who perished in the landslides in the hillside areas has been extremely difficult due to the ongoing hazardous conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udccc\ud83d\udccc 2. Severe Flooding Submerges Nearly 40 Villages in Hpa-an\u2019s Hsawhti Township<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

August 7<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Karen National Union (KNU)<\/strong>, in Hsawhti Township<\/strong>, Kale Lwe Toe District<\/strong>, under KNU-administered territory, flooding and river overflow<\/strong> starting from July 24, 2025<\/strong>, have submerged nearly 40 villages<\/strong> and forced the temporary closure of local schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, due to strong winds from storms, 11 houses<\/strong> were destroyed. Since July 24<\/strong>, flooding has affected villages located along both the western and eastern banks<\/strong> of the Sittaung River.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In District 3<\/strong>, the following villages have been submerged:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nyaung Thaya Village<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phar Bawn Village<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nyaung Che Htauk Village<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kyun Chaung Village<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In total, more than 1,695.39 acres<\/strong> of rice paddy fields have been inundated, and over 500 households<\/strong> are reported to exist in these villages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udccc\ud83d\udccc 3. Myanmar Military\u2019s SAC Hires U.S.-based DCI Group for $3 Million Lobbying Deal<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

August 7<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Myanmar military junta\u2019s so-called \u201cUnion Election Commission\u201d under the State Administration Council (SAC) has reportedly hired Washington-based lobbying firm DCI Group<\/strong> for USD $3 million per year<\/strong> to lobby the U.S. government<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The lobbying contract aims to focus on improving bilateral relations in areas such as trade<\/strong>, natural resource extraction<\/strong>, and humanitarian aid<\/strong>, according to Myanmar researcher Ye Myo Hein<\/strong>, who disclosed the matter via social media for public awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ye Myo Hein wrote:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe military junta has signed a $3 million annual lobbying contract with a firm in the U.S. The Myanmar military\u2019s so-called Election Commission hired the Washington-based DCI Group to lobby the U.S. government, with a focus on trade, natural resources, and humanitarian aid, aiming to improve relations.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The contract was officially registered<\/strong> on August 1, 2025<\/strong>, and was signed on behalf of the SAC by the Ministry of Information<\/strong>. The document shows that the ministry\u2019s Deputy Permanent Secretary, Myint Kyaw<\/strong>, is designated as the primary liaison<\/strong>, while Win Kyaw Aung<\/strong>, an official from the Ministry of Information, signed the agreement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the DCI Group side, the key contacts are listed as Justin Peterson<\/strong> and Ryan Grillo<\/strong>. DCI is known to be closely affiliated with the Republican Party<\/strong> in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Peterson previously worked on George W. Bush\u2019s presidential campaign<\/strong> and was appointed by President Trump<\/strong> as a representative on the FOMB (Financial Oversight and Management Board) for Puerto Rico<\/strong>. Grillo formerly served as a staffer to Senator Chuck Hagel<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udccc\ud83d\udccc 4. 37th Anniversary Commemorative 8888 Umbrella Protest Held in Paris, France<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

August 7<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A pre-commemoration protest marking the 37th anniversary of the 8888 Uprising<\/strong> was organized in Paris, France<\/strong>, where participants held an \u201c8888 Umbrella Protest<\/strong>\u201d ahead of the official anniversary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On August 7, it was announced that a record of the 37th anniversary pre-commemorative 8888 Umbrella Protest, sent from Paris, was shared for public awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Yangon Public Strike<\/strong> group expressed deep respect and admiration for the participation of Myanmar nationals residing in France.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This 8888 Umbrella Protest is one of several global commemorative movements being led by Myanmar diaspora communities around the world in honor of the historic August 8, 1988 democratic uprising<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udccc\ud83d\udccc 5. \u201cMarch to Drone Warfare for Victory\u201d Campaign Launched with Target of MMK 2 Billion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

August 7<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A fundraising campaign titled \u201cMarch to Drone Warfare for Victory\u201d<\/strong> has officially been launched, with a target of 2 billion Myanmar Kyats<\/strong>, according to sources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Pa-O National Defense Force \u2013 Khan Kaung (PNDF-KK)<\/strong>, in alliance with the pro-revolution coalition Federal Wings<\/strong>, has initiated this campaign as part of a broader technological front in the revolution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They plan to establish a dedicated combat drone unit<\/strong>, which will be a joint initiative between PNDF-KK and Federal Wings. The campaign aims to acquire armed drones necessary for offensive operations, with the ultimate goal of contributing to a revolutionary victory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The organizers are calling on both domestic supporters<\/strong> and Myanmar communities abroad<\/strong> to contribute in solidarity, highlighting that the success of the revolution requires unified public support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The campaign sets a fundraising target of MMK 2 billion<\/strong> (approx. USD $950,000) and will run for three months<\/strong>, from August 4 to November 4<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the struggle to overthrow the current military dictatorship enters a crucial phase, organizers are urging not only the general public but also revolutionary artists<\/strong> to actively participate and support this campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This report was submitted by Radio NUG correspondents Tharki and Ko Khan<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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