(In English) 4th January 2025 Evening Resistance News

 

Military News Updates – January 04, 2025 Evening

🚩🚩 1. Naung Cho Township’s Sisone Village Monastery Bombed by Military Jet, Causing Extensive Damage

January 4
The Ta'ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) reported that a monastery in Sisone Village, Naung Cho Township, Northern Shan State, was extensively damaged after the military launched an airstrike with two jet fighters on December 30, around 9 PM.

According to the TNLA, the attack targeted the monastery compound, destroying several buildings. Additionally, on January 1, around 1 AM, the military fired four artillery shells in the direction of Sam Masel Village from their camp.

The artillery shells reportedly struck:

One house belonging to U Tin Hla and Daw Khin Pyone,

One house belonging to Daw Tin Khaing and U Thaung Lin,

An area near the railway track between Gant Kaw and Sam Masel Villages,

An open space outside the village.

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🚩🚩 2. Attack on Military Convoy in Ngaphe Township Results in One Soldier Dead and Six Injured

January 4
A military convoy traveling from the No. 14 Defense Equipment Factory in Ngaphe Township, Magway Region, towards Seikphyu Township, was ambushed by joint revolutionary forces. The attack, near Nyaung Kone Village along the Padan-Ngaphe-Seikphyu road, resulted in one soldier dead and six injured, according to the Minbu District No. 8 Battalion.

The convoy, consisting of two military vehicles carrying around 50 troops, was attacked by a coalition including:

Minbu District No. 8 Battalion,

Chin Defense Force-Asho (CDF-Asho),

Ngaphe Township People's Defense Force (PDF).

The battle lasted about 20 minutes. Initial reports stated that one soldier was killed and six were injured, though the No. 8 Battalion later reported additional fatalities among the injured during treatment.

The military convoy is said to use civilian vehicles for operations and troop movements along the Padan-Ngaphe-Seikphyu route. The public has been warned to avoid traveling near military convoys or living close to military-controlled areas for safety.

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🚩🚩 3. Over 70 Soldiers Killed in Attack on Military Column Attempting to Reclaim Myawaddy-Kawkareik Asian Highway

January 4
In Karen State, forces led by the KNLA Brigade 6, People's Defense Forces (PDF), and allied groups launched an attack on the Aung Zeya Military Column, which had been deployed to reclaim control over the Myawaddy-Kawkareik Asian Highway. The Southern Military Region reported that over 70 junta soldiers were killed during the clashes.

The report detailed events from December 28 to January 3, noting 14 battles across the region, resulting in at least 73 junta casualties.

Key engagements included:

The ongoing battle near the Myawaddy-Kawkareik Asian Highway, where junta forces suffered heavy losses.

Attempts by junta forces to regain control over the strategically significant Anankwin Supply Route Base, which is being blockaded by joint revolutionary groups.

The joint revolutionary forces included:

Southern Military Region Special Operation Forces (SOF),

Dawna Dragon and Cloud Wings drone units,

KNLA Battalions,

People's Defense Forces (PDF).

Despite heavy resistance, the military deployed aircraft and artillery for reinforcements. Revolutionary forces reported three casualties and 15 injuries among their ranks due to the junta’s intensified counterattacks.

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🚩🚩 4. Over 40 Soldiers Killed and 30 Surrender During Attack on Reinforcements to Anankwin Military Camp

January 4
In Karen State's Kyar Inn Seik Gyi Township, over 40 soldiers were killed, and more than 30 surrendered during an attack by resistance forces on a convoy of over 150 soldiers from Military Division 44, sent to reinforce the strategic Anankwin military camp. The announcement was made by the Special Operations Force (SOF).

The assault on the reinforcements, sent to support the Anankwin strategic camp and to evacuate injured personnel, took place from December 30 to January 2. Over 40 soldiers were reportedly killed, and more than 30 weapons, including heavy and small arms, were seized.

During the clashes, over 30 soldiers from the convoy surrendered, and others fled the area, resulting in the collapse of the entire convoy, according to allied resistance groups.

The battle involved airstrikes by junta forces, including three jet fighter attacks, one bombing run by a Y-12 aircraft, and approximately 150 rounds of heavy artillery fire. Despite the intense military support, resistance forces reported only one casualty and five non-critical injuries. This information was released by the SOF.

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🚩🚩 5. Informant Disguised as Monk Shot Dead in Kyaukpadaung Township

January 4
In Kyaukpadaung Township, western Bago Region, an informant disguised as a monk working for the military was shot dead during an attempted arrest by BTZM GBK PDF, a local resistance group.

The incident occurred on January 3, around 3 p.m., near Aung Soe Moe-Baw Bin strategic route encompassing Yone Chaung, Aye Ywa Lay, and Thingazar Ywa villages. Resistance fighters apprehended the informant, who later confessed to being assigned by Military Division 66 to gather intelligence on the resistance groups.

According to video evidence released by BTZM GBK PDF, military uniforms were also seized during the operation. The informant tried to escape during transport for further detention, prompting the resistance fighters to shoot him.

Resistance groups have warned locals about military personnel infiltrating villages in various disguises and urged people to stay vigilant.

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🚩🚩 6. Military Informant Shot Dead in Minhla Township

January 4
In Minhla Township, western Bago Region, a military informant, U Shwe, was shot and killed by the local defense group while providing information to the military via phone to arrest resistance fighters.

The incident took place on January 3, around 8 a.m., near the highway close to Boe Ta Taung village. U Shwe was riding a motorcycle and photographing resistance members to send information to the military when he was intercepted and neutralized by the local defense forces.

A phone containing details of his communication with the junta and a motorcycle were seized. U Shwe had reportedly been providing intelligence about resistance movements to the military and was frequently seen meeting with junta forces.

The Minhla Township People’s Defense Force (PDF) stated that U Shwe’s actions had posed a significant threat to resistance members, leading to the decision to take action against him.

This report was contributed by Radio NUG reporter Ko Khant.

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