Military News Updates – January 08, 2025 Evening
๐ฉ๐ฉ 1. The Simultaneous Offensive on Bhamo and Mansi Towns by Revolutionary Forces
January 8
The operation to capture Bhamo and Mansi towns simultaneously began on the morning of December 4. According to Union Minister Dr. Tu Khaung, who provided updates on January 8, the revolutionary forces have achieved successes proportional to their strategic efforts.
He stated:
"The operation to capture Bhamo and Mansi towns commenced on December 4. However, unlike the typical towns with only garrison troops, these areas have been fortified with heavily secured bases and long-standing military establishments built over the years to sustain resistance.
Historically, Bhamo's strategic advantage for the enemy lies in its logistical ease, with accessibility via water routes, roads, and airways. Currently, however, all road and water routes have been cut off, leaving the enemy reliant solely on air transport."
On January 7, it was reported that the opposing SAC (State Administration Council) forces carried out more than 50 airstrikes, deploying 18 fighter jets and 2 Y-12 transport planes to bomb the area.
Dr. Tu Khaung elaborated further:
"The SAC forces gathered reinforcements from bases in Momauk, Lwe Gel, Man Wun Gyi, Sinbo, Myothit, Kunlaw, Yaw Yon strategic base, and Sain Lone strategic base. These are key military hubs where resources are concentrated, and combat-ready personnel are stationed.
Despite the enemy's significant use of air power and the multitude of challenges, revolutionary forces have made commendable progress, achieving successes proportional to their efforts."
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 2. Ambush on Three Military Supply Trucks from Sagaing Division Command 33
January 8
On January 7, People’s Defense Forces (PDF) ambushed three SAC military supply trucks carrying weapons and equipment from Sagaing Division Command 33 to the Northwestern Regional Command Headquarters in Monywa. The ambush occurred on a section of the Monywa-Mandalay Road, resulting in the destruction of one truck, according to Area 71 PDF Monywa, which issued the statement on the morning of January 8.
Reports indicate that the three armored trucks were transporting critical military supplies, including weapons and ammunition, from Sagaing Division Command 33 to Monywa. Acting on specific intelligence about the trucks' departure times, PDF forces carried out the ambush using sophisticated double-trigger landmines (TNT) at 5:18 PM on January 7 along the Chaung-U to Monywa road.
The second truck was directly hit, causing it to explode, with its body blown open. The remaining trucks halted near the minefield, and as SAC soldiers stationed nearby opened fire indiscriminately, the PDF forces successfully retreated despite facing intense gunfire. The extent of casualties on the SAC side remains under investigation.
This operation was a coordinated effort involving the Monywa Township People's Defense Forces (PDF), Area 71 PDF Monywa, Anyar Defense Force (ADF), and Tiger Brother People's Defense Force.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 3. Execution of a Recruitment Officer Couple in Paung Talai Township
January 8
The 3601 PPDF Battalion (People’s Defense Force) of Paung Talai Township, Bago Region, issued a statement on January 8, announcing that a military recruitment officer and his wife were shot and killed for their collaboration with the military junta.
The victims, identified as Captain Chett Phoung (aka Zaw Min Oo) and his wife, resided in Yay Kyi Kone Village, Paung Talai Township. On January 7, at 10:20 AM, they were executed by a special unit of the 3601 PPDF Battalion 3.
According to the PDF, the couple had been coercing villagers into conscripting young men and women into military service while extorting money and reporting suspected PDF sympathizers to the junta's local authorities. Their actions led to arrests, physical abuse, and imprisonment of villagers.
The PPDF clarified that the execution was a decisive measure in response to their oppressive activities, which inflicted suffering upon the local population.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 4. Five SAC Members Defect with Weapons and Ammunition in Saw Township
January 8
In Saw Township, Magway Region, five SAC personnel defected with weapons and ammunition, seeking refuge with the 1st Military Region on January 6, according to an official statement released on January 8.
The defectors brought with them:
1 MA-1 rifle
1 MA-3 rifle
432 rounds of ammunition
3 hand grenades
9 ammunition magazines
In a separate incident on January 2, another officer from the Saw Township Police Station defected with a G-3 rifle, 50 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, and 2 magazines, joining the 2nd Battalion of Gangaw District.
The defectors reported that recent sweeps conducted by junta forces in the region have led to rising discontent among soldiers, with many seeking opportunities to defect or surrender.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 5. Appeal to Civilian Vehicles on the Union Highway
January 8
The Tanintharyi Township People's Defense Force (PDF) issued a public notice on January 8, requesting that all civilian vehicles traveling along the Union Highway lower their mirrors and comply with safety protocols.
The notice emphasized:
"Passenger vehicles are requested to lower their mirrors during travel. Cargo trucks should leave their coverings open if they are empty, and avoid close proximity to SAC military vehicles on the road."
The PDF highlighted that the junta frequently uses civilian vehicles on public roads to disguise troop movements and conduct operations. This appeal aims to mitigate risks and safeguard civilians from being implicated in military activities.
These reports were compiled and relayed by Radio NUG reporters Ko Khant and Min Thihan.
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