Military News Updates – January 02, 2025 Evening
๐ฉ๐ฉ 1. Than Ni Town Bombed by the Military Junta via Airstrikes
January 2
On the evening of January 1, 2025, the first day of the new year, the military junta launched an airstrike on Than Ni town in northern Shan State, according to local sources.
This attack comes amid ongoing negotiations between the military junta and the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA), facilitated and pressured by the Chinese government. Despite recent pauses in airstrikes on MNDAA-controlled areas, the junta resumed air attacks on New Year’s night.
The bombing occurred around 11:30 PM on January 1 and struck near the Than Ni Hotel. Fortunately, there were no civilian casualties reported, according to U Zaw San, a military and political analyst from northern Shan State.
U Zaw San noted that such renewed airstrikes could reignite clashes in northern Shan State. He also stated that if the MNDAA retaliates with counterattacks, the intensity of the conflict in the region could escalate. The situation depends largely on the response of the Kokang forces, he added.
The MNDAA and allied groups, while expressing readiness for political dialogue due to Chinese mediation, have reiterated their commitment to self-defense strategies in their official statements.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 2. Drone Strike on Hindu Temple in Pyu Township Kills Seven Civilians
January 2
A drone strike carried out by the military junta targeted a Hindu temple in Ramnaga village, part of the Amay Khaung village tract east of Zeyar Waddy town in Pyu Township, Bago Region. The attack, which occurred on December 31, 2024, resulted in the immediate deaths of seven Hindu civilians who were at the temple, according to local residents and sources close to the People’s Defense Forces (PDF).
The temple was destroyed in the attack, and there were also reports of injuries among those present. The ongoing clashes between junta forces and resistance groups in Zeyar Waddy have forced many residents in the area to flee for safety.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 3. Clashes in Zeyar Waddy Result in Nearly 20 Junta Casualties
January 2
Heavy clashes between the military junta and resistance forces continue in Zeyar Waddy town, Pyu Township, Bago Region, with nearly 20 junta soldiers reportedly killed, according to the People’s Defense Forces (PDF) of Pyu Township.
The fighting occurred in areas near the 115-mile tollgate and locations approximately 10 miles beyond it. Junta forces have divided their troops to advance toward villages such as Tharyar Gone, Myet Ni Kwin, Nyaung Khin, and Kyu Inn in eastern Zeyar Waddy.
From December 27 to December 31, consistent clashes resulted in the deaths of 19 junta soldiers, while one resistance fighter sustained minor injuries, according to the PDF. Resistance forces also launched attacks using over 14 grenades and engaged the junta with light weapons.
Drone operations conducted by resistance forces during this period reportedly killed 15 junta soldiers. On December 31, a direct clash near Hasnapu Ahtauk village and Kulajoo village led to the deaths of an additional four junta troops, according to the PDF’s statement.
This coordinated operation was led by PDF Battalion 3502, Yangon PDF, Oak Twin PDF, and Pyu Township PDF.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 4. Fierce Fighting in Bhamo as Military Regime Conducts Intense Aerial Counterattacks
January 2
The battle for the capture of Bhamo, led by the Kachin Independence Army (KIA), remained intense as of January 1, with the military regime conducting relentless aerial bombardments to defend its positions, according to local military sources.
On December 31, 2024, the regime carried out 11 aerial strikes. On January 1, Y-12 aircraft from Tontaw Airport conducted multiple airstrikes within an hour. Reports indicate that on January 1 alone, the Y-12 aircraft launched 13 airstrikes, dropping a total of 30 bombs.
A military source on social media monitoring the conflict in Bhamo confirmed that clashes persisted in the city on January 1. On the same day, fighting was reported at the entrance of the 47th Infantry Battalion base in Bhamo, as well as in other locations.
The regime conducted seven bombing raids with fighter jets, while the KIA and allied forces retaliated with artillery fire and drone attacks, according to sources.
Allied groups under the Three Brotherhood Alliance—comprising the Kokang MNDAA, the Ta’ang TNLA, and the Rakhine AA—had recently issued statements calling for political dialogue to resolve the armed conflict. However, clashes between the regime and the KIA have continued to escalate since then.
A KPDF official noted that the KIA and its allied forces are intensifying offensives to fully capture the Bhamo and Mansi regions.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 5. 14-Year-Old Pyu Saw Htee Defector Surrenders Unarmed
January 2
A 14-year-old boy who had been forcibly recruited as a Pyu Saw Htee militiaman by the military regime has surrendered unarmed, reports say.
The boy, identified as Maung Phyo Win Than, had been stationed for about three months as a gate guard under orders from P2 Phyo Zaw, the Pyu Saw Htee leader in Gangaw Township, Magway Region. During his time there, he was coerced into carrying an AK-47 rifle.
According to the Gangaw People's Defense Force (PDF), the boy decided to surrender because he no longer wanted to fulfill the tasks imposed on him by the Pyu Saw Htee leadership. He had reportedly coordinated with relevant resistance forces to ensure a safe defection.
The Gangaw PDF has confirmed that they are providing the boy with proper care and protection.
On December 18, another defection occurred in Gangaw when a regime soldier, Zaw Htay (a.k.a. Ko Phyo), surrendered with weapons and ammunition. The Gangaw PDF awarded him MMK 500,000 (approximately USD 240) in recognition.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 6. Military Regime Troops Abandon Kutaw Police Outpost in Budalin Township
January 2
Regime troops stationed at the Kutaw police outpost, located about 10 miles from Budalin Town, abandoned their position on January 1, according to local revolutionary groups and the Budalin Township Administration Council.
Reports indicate that regime forces, including Pyu Saw Htee militias, had begun leaving the outpost as early as December 31. They have reportedly regrouped in Budalin Town, preparing for a defensive stance.
The outpost at Kutaw is now completely deserted, with no regime soldiers or police personnel remaining, according to the Budalin Township Mobile Defense Force (BMT).
The abandonment follows significant resistance attacks. On September 31, revolutionary forces destroyed a convoy of 85 regime soldiers and Pyu Saw Htee militias near the Kutaw outpost. The attack resulted in heavy casualties and the capture of weapons and ammunition.
Since then, the regime launched retaliatory airstrikes and ground offensives, reinforced the outpost, and conducted military operations in Budalin Township from October to mid-November. These operations led to the deaths of at least 24 civilians, according to local records.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 7. Regime Conducts Aerial Bombardments Near Shwe Ma Kar Police Outpost
January 2
The regime has carried out airstrikes near Shwe Ma Kar police outpost in Wetlet Township, Sagaing Region, and delivered weapons and supplies by air, local sources report.
Claiming that People's Defense Forces (PDFs) were operating in the area, regime forces targeted nearby forests and uninhabited areas on January 1 with multiple airstrikes.
To counter frequent nighttime threats of surrender demands and outpost seizures from PDF forces, regime troops stationed at Shwe Ma Kar called for aerial reinforcements.
On January 1, between 4:00 PM and 5:30 PM, the regime conducted five airstrikes in the western areas of the village, targeting the hill region near the outpost. The Wetlet Information Network confirmed these attacks, adding that there were no civilian casualties.
Later that evening, between 7:00 PM and 3:30 AM on January 2, Y-12 aircraft delivered weapons and supplies to the outpost.
Shwe Ma Kar village is located in eastern Wetlet Township along the Ayeyarwady River and has long been a strategically significant area for the regime. Due to frequent attacks by resistance forces, the outpost often relies on air support.
Shwe Ma Kar, once known for its historic monasteries and serene forests, has been severely affected by the conflict. The local market was burned down, and most residents have been displaced for over a year.
These military updates were compiled and reported by Radio NUG correspondent Ko Khant.
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