{"id":8986,"date":"2026-03-12T08:20:30","date_gmt":"2026-03-12T01:50:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/?p=8986"},"modified":"2026-03-12T08:20:30","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T01:50:30","slug":"march-12-2026-m-cdm-domestic-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/2026\/03\/march-12-2026-m-cdm-domestic-news\/","title":{"rendered":"March 12, 2026 (m.CDM Domestic News)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<p>Hello \u2014 starting now I\u2019ll read and present m.CDM\u2019s domestic news.<br>Today\u2019s reports are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In Nyaung-U, Salin and Pakokku, locations occupied by junta \u201cmilitary commission\u201d units were attacked; over 30 military commission soldiers were killed and some weapons were seized.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In Ann Township, the junta\u2019s prolonged three-hour air bombardment of a detention camp holding surrendered soldiers (thone pan) resulted in 116 deaths, including detained military officers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NUG reports that in Yinmabin District a policewoman was subjected to sexual violence; the unit commander and suspects have been detained \u2014 the victim\u2019s family is fearful for their safety.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In Palan Township clashes, more than 200 pro-regime troops were killed and over 40 were captured as surrendered soldiers (thone pan), according to a report from the Chin Affairs Council (ICA) \u2014 plus other related items will be presented.<br>\u2014<br>First item (expanded)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In Nyaung-U, Salin and Pakokku \u2014 attacks on locations where military commission units were stationed; over 30 military commission soldiers killed and weapons seized<br>m.CDM \u2014 March 11<br>Sources say resistance forces struck several positions where military commission units were stationed in Nyaung-U Township (Mandalay Region) and Salin and Pakokku townships (Magway Region).<br>On March 1 the Nyaung-U PaKaFa (Pugam\u2013Bilu) group twice attacked a military commission column that had come to loot and burn civilian homes. In the morning, columns of about 30 fighters each advancing from the Phlankan village direction were engaged by a PaKaFa unit led by deputy commander Ye Baw Panda, resulting in the death of at least 30 soldiers.<br>During the fighting they also seized one MA-3 rifle, three MA-1 rifles, eight magazines, about 100 rounds, and other military supplies.<br>That same midday, a second strike hit a column departing from Kuto village; the military commission reportedly suffered casualties, and the column burned about 40 houses in Kuto village and torched around 20 motorcycles while stealing residents\u2019 jewelry.<br>In Salin Township, on March 10 in the Kan-Pya-Se-Tout-Ta-Ya area, resistance groups reportedly ambushed a military commission vehicle column of about 20 from the Se-Tout-Ta-Ya direction. The action was claimed by the Down Nyi Naung Pyauk Kyar group; four soldiers and a Pyo-Saw-Thi were declared killed on the spot and three were severely wounded, with vehicles damaged.<br>Also, in Pakokku Township, in the west Bhone Kan (Pyu) village area, on the nights of March 9 between roughly 7:00\u201310:30 pm, Pakokku PaKaFa and Cobra One groups fired five shock-attack rockets at positions where soldiers and Pyo-Saw-Thi were stationed. The projectiles struck houses where soldiers were garrisoned; the junta has reported possible casualties but exact figures are not yet confirmed.<br>\u2014<br>Second item (expanded)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In Ann Township, the junta\u2019s airstrike on a detention camp lasted over three hours; 116 thone-pan died, including detained military officers.<br>m.CDM \u2014 March 11<br>Rakhine State \u2014 The AA (Arakan Army) announced on March 11 that a detention camp holding captured soldiers and civilians in the Dalaikchaung area of Ann Township was bombed by junta air forces for approximately three and a half hours, resulting in 116 deaths (including detained officers) and injuries.<br>According to the AA, the junta used eight aircraft and repeatedly bombed the site from about 11:02 a.m. on March 8 until around 2:28 p.m., continuously striking the camp; many detainees died in groups. The AA said 116 were killed and about 32 wounded. Among the wounded were people with severe, minor and moderate injuries; civilians who had been detained are included in the casualty lists, the AA said.<br>Because many bodies are badly burned or missing identifiable parts, it is difficult to identify some of the deceased; the AA will provide further details after investigations. The AA said this is one of the deadliest air attacks on thone-pan detainees in the Arakan conflict and that many senior military personnel were killed in the raid.<br>\u2014<br>Third item (expanded)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In Yinmabin District \u2014 NUG says a policewoman was sexually assaulted; the unit commander and suspects are detained, and the victim\u2019s family fears for their safety.<br>m.CDM \u2014 March 11<br>In Yinmabin District, Sagaing Region, the National Unity Government (NUG) issued a statement on March 11 saying it is making every effort to establish the truth about an incident in which a female police sergeant was subjected to sexual violence at Battalion (20).<br>NUG\u2019s Ministry of Defense said Battalion commander Yan Shin Aung, the deputy commander, and other suspects have been detained for investigation. They said evidence is being secured and transferred so that necessary investigations can proceed. NUG emphasized that the victim and alleged perpetrators are subject to military-style procedures and that investigations will follow due process.<br>During the investigation, NUG said its actions have been criticized \u2014 including a report that Yan Shin Aung made threatening comments on his social media, which has generated public debate about NUG\u2019s handling of the case.<br>Civil society groups, including 149 nationwide women\u2019s organizations, have called for the suspects to be effectively prosecuted. These groups say the incident represents an abuse of authority during the resistance period and is a serious violation of human dignity that tarnishes the reputation of the resistance movement.<br>The victim and her family are reportedly being relocated to a safer place; the family fears threats from Battalion (20). The victim\u2019s father reported ongoing threats and that children had to move deeper into the forest because soldiers were present near the village. Nearby groups at township, district and village levels are said to be preparing protective assistance because of concern about Battalion (20)\u2019s commander.<br>\u2014<br>Fourth item (expanded)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In northern Palan Township clashes \u2014 over 200 pro-regime troops killed and more than 40 taken as thone-pan detainees, ICA reports.<br>m.CDM \u2014 March 11<br>In northern Palan Township, Chin State, clashes between the junta and Chin resistance joint forces reportedly resulted in over 200 regime forces killed and more than 40 captured as thone-pan, the Chin Affairs Council (ICA) said in an assessment.<br>The ICA said since October 19, 2025 the junta has launched an all-out offensive into northern Chin State from Kalay, Natchaung and other axes. Resistance joint forces, using drones and various tactics, fought back; the ICA reports the junta suffered about 200 fatalities and more than 250 wounded, while over 40 were captured as surrendered soldiers. After the fighting there were reports of weapons being discarded and the resistance seizing ammunition and gear.<br>From November 2025 to February 2026 ICA statistics indicate at least 42 Chin resistance members died and over 100 were wounded in northern Chin battles, including the CNA\/CC, CNDF\/CB, and local CDFs. The ICA assessed that junta columns are attempting to retake Palan, the Su\u2014Bn (Soury) airstrip and other areas held by the Chin forces; the advancing columns reportedly looted and burned villages along their routes, forcing civilians to flee.<br>\u2014<br>Fifth item (expanded)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In North Okkalapa \u2014 three members of the \u201cSaThoneLone\u201d investigative unit\u2019s family attacked police with a car and iron bars; two police died. In Myawaddy there was crossfire between DKBA and People\u2019s Defense forces injuring five.<br>m.CDM \u2014 March 11<br>Yangon Region, North Okkalapa Township \u2014 A SaThoneLone (special investigative unit) official and two family members reportedly used a vehicle to ram police and struck them with iron bars; two police officers were killed and two seriously injured.<br>The incident occurred around 10 p.m. on March 9 on the Pugam Road in ShwePaukKan New Town. An intoxicated driver, Myat Ko Ko, allegedly ordered the police to move and then struck them. Later, his father U Kyin Kyan and relative Aye Min (deputy investigator of SaThoneLone\/BSI) arrived in another vehicle and assaulted the police with iron bars. After the injured police were taken for treatment, the driver allegedly returned and drove into four policemen at high speed; U Kyin Kyan and Aye Min then beat the fallen officers with iron bars, killing two and severely wounding two others.<br>Authorities have reportedly arrested Myat Ko Ko, U Kyin Kyan and Aye Min on murder charges, according to junta-aligned Telegram channels.<br>In Karen State, Myawaddy \u2014 on the night of March 10 exchanges of fire occurred between a People\u2019s Defense group and the DKBA, reportedly after People\u2019s Defense accused an area administrative unit of threatening a woman. About 40 DKBA fighters came to the scene and fighting followed. Six DKBA fighters were injured; two seriously and sent to Myawaddy General Hospital. DKBA leader Saw Shwe Wa said the issue was later resolved through negotiation.<br>\u2014<br>Sixth item (expanded)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In Myin Chan and Myaung \u2014 three new military police recruits defected and surrendered with weapons.<br>m.CDM \u2014 March 11<br>Mandalay Region (Myin Chan Township) and Sagaing Region (Myaung Township) \u2014 Resistance sources say three newly recruited military police officers surrendered and defected to resistance groups bringing weapons.<br>On March 10 a recruit from Chama (15) unit\u2019s battalion defected to the Pyidaungsu Kyawt Tar (People\u2019s Star) unit. Similarly, on February 24 two recruits from Kyauk Yit police station in Myaung Township surrendered to the People\u2019s Star unit bringing two rifles, about 400 rounds, one grenade, five magazines and two hand grenades. Those recruits have been detained and processed as former junta soldiers who arrived to join the resistance.<br>\u2014<br>Seventh item (expanded)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In Banmaw \u2014 airstrike on gold-digging sites killed many civilians; in Palan a leftover artillery shell exploded killing an 11-year-old child and injuring another.<br>m.CDM \u2014 March 11<br>Kachin State, Banmaw Township \u2014 The military commission reportedly carried out airstrikes on gold mining camps (gold-digging areas) in the Sinkaung\u2013Mylei area on the afternoon of March 10, causing many gold-digger fatalities and burning gold processing facilities, according to Kachin sources.<br>Earlier in January the military commission bombed a funeral gathering in Banmaw Township, killing at least 23 civilians.<br>In Chin State, Palan Township (Ramthlo village) a leftover artillery round that had failed to detonate earlier exploded on March 11. Two children found the unexploded shell while playing; it detonated. Eleven-year-old Johan Thawng Tha Thang died instantly and an eight-year-old child suffered severe injuries including the loss of a leg.<br>\u2014<br>Eighth item (expanded)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gangaw District military office warns resistance fighters not to take up arms, detonate mines, or fire indiscriminately if they are not combatants<br>m.CDM \u2014 March 11<br>The Gangaw District military office (Magway Region) issued a warning to residents in areas where resistance forces operate: civilians who are not resistance members should not carry weapons, explosives, or fire indiscriminately, and should not make mines or detonate explosives.<br>There have been recent incidents of late-night indiscriminate gunfire and explosions in the area. The notice said it aims to make the area safer for civilians living there outside of active combat periods. It also advises that those who intend to test weapons must notify village administrative bodies and local units in advance. The military office warned it will take decisive measures if the advisory is not followed.<br>\u2014<br>Ninth item (expanded)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NUG Foreign Minister Daw Zin Mar Aung held online meeting with Myanmar nationals in Israel<br>m.CDM \u2014 March 11<br>NUG\u2019s Ministry of Foreign Affairs \u2014 On March 9 Union Minister Daw Zin Mar Aung met online with Myanmar nationals in Israel to offer encouragement and discuss their situation amid regional tensions. The meeting covered topics including the state of the Spring Revolution, NUG activities, and answered participants\u2019 questions. NUG\u2019s special envoy to the UN, U Lin Thant, also attended. Daw Zin Mar Aung previously held a similar online meeting on March 2 with Myanmar nationals in Middle Eastern countries.<br>\u2014<br>Tenth item (expanded)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discussion at the UN headquarters about Myanmar women striving to uproot the military junta<br>m.CDM \u2014 March 11<br>At the UN Headquarters in New York, representatives discussed Myanmar women who are striving to uproot the military junta. At a side-event titled \u201cVoices from Grassroots Women Peacebuilders\u201d during the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women, the Myanmar Permanent Mission\u2019s representatives released a statement on March 11.<br>Ambassador Sidsel Bleken of Norway, speaking for Norway\u2019s permanent mission, said Norway recognizes the humanitarian pressures faced by the Myanmar people and will continue to assist civil society organizations helping them. Myanmar\u2019s Permanent Mission representative U Kyaw Moe Tun also attended and delivered closing remarks.<br>Participants highlighted the important role of women in addressing issues such as the junta\u2019s sham elections and the variety of sexual and other human rights abuses committed by the military, stressing that women and girls suffer severe physical and psychological violence. They also discussed issues including airstrikes, detention conditions, and the challenges of achieving justice while the country remains under junta rule. U Kyaw Moe Tun said the military is the principal perpetrator of many of these atrocities and crimes against humanity, especially those targeting women and children.<br>Despite these challenges, grassroots women peacebuilders continue to raise their voices across sectors and levels and stand at the forefront of the resistance, he added.<br>\u2014<br>Eleventh item (expanded)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analysts say Myanmar\u2019s conflict could last through 2030; governance and economic capacity may become increasingly important<br>m.CDM \u2014 March 11<br>Analysts observe that Myanmar\u2019s armed and political conflicts could continue through 2030, with continued competition between the junta and various opposition forces. The junta focuses on air power and weapon resupply while struggling economically due to scarce dollars and fuel shortages, and its international ties are mainly with China and Russia, limiting Western engagement.<br>Opposition forces have improved local coordination, drone usage and territorial governance in some areas, building local administrative capacity and civilian support. However, long-term sustainability is constrained by problems in logistics and economic base.<br>Analysts conclude the conflict could persist to 2030, with more localized governance structures and territorial control emerging. International pressures may open negotiation channels, but the future will hinge not only on military strength but on economic and governance capacity.<br>Global shifts in energy and geopolitics will also affect Myanmar\u2019s trajectory. The changing nature of warfare is moving toward flexible security alignments; countries like India, Vietnam and Indonesia balance security cooperation with the U.S. while purchasing arms from Russia and maintaining economic ties with China. Meanwhile, investment in drones, cyber and electronic warfare is increasing because drones are relatively low-cost and effective. Military budget priorities could squeeze development budgets, but in an unstable world, security increasingly underpins economic stability.<br>\u2014<br>The above news items were sent by Ko Thit and Lu Lay.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hello \u2014 starting now I\u2019ll read and present m.CDM\u2019s domestic news.Today\u2019s reports are:<\/p>\n<p class=\"more-link-p\"><a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/2026\/03\/march-12-2026-m-cdm-domestic-news\/\">Read more &rarr;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":8699,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"advanced_seo_description":"","jetpack_seo_html_title":"","jetpack_seo_noindex":false,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[9,2],"tags":[111,112,100],"class_list":["post-8986","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-current","category-daily-news","tag-local-news","tag-m-cdm","tag-myanmar-spring-revolution"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/M.CDM_.jpg","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p3RDLm-2kW","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8986","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8986"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8986\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8987,"href":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8986\/revisions\/8987"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8699"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8986"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8986"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/moemaka.net\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8986"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}