Military News Updates – January 09, 2025 Evening
๐ฉ๐ฉ 1. Over 40 Civilians Killed and 500 Houses Burned as Military Bombs AA-Controlled Kyauk Ni Maw Village in Rambree Township
January 9
The military bombed Kyauk Ni Maw Model Village in Rambree Township, Rakhine State, which is under the control of the Arakan Army (AA). According to reports from Rakhine sources, over 40 civilians were killed, more than 30 were injured, and over 500 houses were destroyed by fire as a result of the airstrikes.
Local media reported that on January 8, at around 1 PM, a junta jet fighter carried out an airstrike on Kyauk Ni Maw village, resulting in significant casualties among residents. It was further reported that homes in the southern, northern, and central neighborhoods of Kyauk Ni Maw Township were set ablaze, with over 500 houses destroyed.
Among those killed in the attack were children, the elderly, and women, according to a local news agency, Lay Waddy FM. The information provided is based on preliminary ground reports, with further investigations ongoing, according to regional news sources.
The junta, which has been losing its grip in Rakhine State, carried out multiple airstrikes in January 2024 on areas such as Mapun, Ponnyagyun, and Rambree townships. These attacks have resulted in the deaths of over 50 civilians, according to records.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 2. Eight Personnel, Including Two Commanders from CDF-Matupi Battalion 2, Join Battalion 1
January 9
The Chinland Defense Force (CDF-Matupi) announced on January 8 that two commanders and six members from Battalion 2 had joined Battalion 1, which operates in Matupi Township, Chin State.
The Matupi area has two CDF-Matupi battalions. Battalion 1 is allied with the ICNCC/Chin National Front and engages in both military and political collaboration, while Battalion 2 has been associated with the Chin National Council for similar purposes.
The merger of personnel from Battalion 2 to Battalion 1 reportedly occurred in November and December 2024. The new members were welcomed in accordance with Battalion 1's policies and regulations, the statement said.
CDF-Matupi Battalion 1 also urged all resistance fighters in Matupi to unite and participate in rebuilding efforts under the unified leadership of the battalion. This call was reiterated with a deadline of March 31, 2025, for all factions to join.
After seizing full control of Matupi Township on June 29, 2024, CDF and its allied forces have been focused on reconstruction efforts in administration, defense, health, education, and humanitarian relief. The battalion emphasized its ongoing commitment to preventing armed conflicts and fostering unity in Matupi.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 3. Three Junta Soldiers Killed by Remote Mines Planted by Resistance Forces on Chaung-U-Myinmu Road
January 9
Three junta soldiers were killed, and several others injured, when remote-controlled mines planted by resistance forces detonated after the soldiers confiscated the mines and transported them back to their camp on the Chaung-U-Myinmu road in Sagaing Region.
According to reports from Battalion 12, Subdivision 3 of the Lightning Strike Unit, the incident occurred on January 7. Junta soldiers clearing mines in the area had stopped two civilian vehicles, forcing the passengers to help locate and remove the mines. Unaware that the mines were remotely controlled, the soldiers loaded them onto their vehicle and transported them to the Kyay Pyu military checkpoint.
As the soldiers began unloading the mines, resistance fighters remotely detonated them, killing three soldiers and injuring seven others. A civilian delivering firewood and sand to the military checkpoint was also injured in the explosion, sustaining wounds to the chest and head.
The junta soldiers had reportedly confiscated a total of 30 mines, seven battery containers, and one remote-controlled mine from the area.
The attack was jointly conducted by Battalion 12, Subdivision 3 of the Lightning Strike Unit, Eleven People’s Defense Force, Battalion 15, and the Nway Oo Brothers Column.
Resistance forces urged civilians to avoid close proximity to junta personnel, warning of ongoing attacks targeting junta forces in various locations.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 4. Village Administrator in Paungde Killed for Recruiting Soldiers Despite Warnings
January 9
The village administrator of Myohla Model Village, Byukone Village Tract, Paungde Township, Bago Region, U Aung Naing Oo, was killed by shooting. This action was taken because he disregarded warnings to step down from his position and continued recruiting new soldiers, according to Battalion 3601 of the People’s Defense Force (PPDF), which released the statement on January 8.
On January 7, at around 11:00 AM, members of Company 3 under Battalion 3601 of the PPDF approached U Aung Naing Oo in Myohla Model Village and shot him. He sustained injuries and was rushed to Pyay General Hospital via ambulance, but he succumbed to his injuries en route.
It was reported that U Aung Naing Oo had been repeatedly contacted via phone—more than three times—and warned to step down from his role as village administrator and cease collaboration with the military junta. However, he refused and continued recruiting individuals for military service. Additionally, he allegedly collected recruitment fees ranging from 30,000 to 50,000 MMK per month from villagers, channeling these funds to the military. These actions led to his elimination, according to the PPDF statement.
The PPDF clarified that its members are actively targeting military entities, including soldiers, police officers, officials of the General Administration Department, village administrators, and ward administrators. Therefore, the statement warned individuals in such positions to resign promptly and join the people.
On January 7 alone, a total of three individuals—one village administrator and a couple who served as ward administrators—were killed in Paungde Township.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 5. Attack on Military Camp in Tant-Se Township Leaves One Soldier Dead, Three Injured
January 9
An attack on a junta military outpost near Mu Gwe Village in Tant-Se Township, Sagaing Region, resulted in the death of one soldier and injuries to three others, according to a statement released by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) on the evening of January 8.
The attack, carried out by the PLA’s Division 1 in collaboration with allied forces, took place at around 11:00 PM on January 7. The PLA stated that approximately 30 minutes of crossfire occurred between the revolutionary forces and junta troops during the clash.
The operation targeted the junta's military camp and involved forces from the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), Hydra Force, Battalion 25, Battalion 16, and the Public Defense Forces (PDF), demonstrating coordinated efforts among resistance groups.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 6. Man Severely Injured and Loses Leg After Stepping on Landmine in Muse Township
January 9
A 29-year-old man from Panlon Village in Muse Township, located within the Ta'ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) Brigade 1 territory, was severely injured and lost a leg after stepping on a landmine, according to a report by the TNLA's Information and Public Relations Department.
The incident occurred on January 1 at around 4:30 PM, when the victim, identified as Naung Sai, stepped on a landmine while collecting firewood in a nearby forest. He was transported to Namkham Public Hospital by the Muse Social Welfare Association for medical treatment, where he continues to receive care.
The location of the incident was reportedly a former military outpost of the junta. It was also noted that on October 29 of the previous year, a civilian in Thibaw Township was killed when he accidentally triggered a landmine while clearing the area around a house. The mine had been planted by the military junta, according to TNLA records.
These updates on military activities were provided by Radio NUG’s correspondent, Ko Khant.
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