Military News Updates – February 17, 2025 Evening
๐ฉ๐ฉ 1. Airstrike by the Military Junta on Koh Hae Village Leaves Five Civilians Injured and Nine Houses Damaged
February 17
On February 15, 2025, at 11:30 PM, the military junta carried out an airstrike targeting Koh Hae Village and its surrounding areas in Kwelae Village Tract, Bilin Township, Doo Tha Htoo District, under the administration of the Karen National Union (KNU) in Kawthoolei-controlled territory. According to reports, the junta dropped two bombs, which exploded in and around the village.
As a result of the attack, five civilians were injured, including Saw Tee Khu and Yar Naw Pa Ta, who are currently receiving medical treatment at a hospital, according to a local source.
Additionally, nine houses in Koh Hae Village were damaged or destroyed, and some civilian properties were also affected by the bomb explosions.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 2. Targeting Strategic Weapons Factories in Western Ayeyarwady Could Weaken Min Aung Hlaing’s Forces
February 17
A military analysis report by PDFInsight on February 17 suggested that if resistance forces were to effectively target key weapons factories in western Ayeyarwady, it could significantly weaken Min Aung Hlaing’s military, potentially forcing it to collapse.
The report assessed the current battlefield dynamics, stating:
"Looking at the present situation, the revolutionary victory could be determined by the strength of resistance forces in various regions. In the west, the Chin resistance forces and Arakan Army (AA) play a crucial role. In the central regions, the Sagaing and Magway PDFs, along with TNLA, are key actors. In the north, the Kachin Independence Army (KIA) holds strategic significance. In the southeast, the Karenni forces, KNLA, and PDFs have the potential to deliver decisive blows.
At this point, a coordinated attack on strategically important weapons factories in western Ayeyarwady could emerge as a priority. If these facilities are captured or destroyed, it could push Min Aung Hlaing’s military into a critical state of collapse."
The report also stated that battles in western Ayeyarwady could play a crucial role in paving the way for an offensive towards Naypyidaw, the junta’s capital.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 3. Intense Clashes Between Revolutionary Forces and Junta Troops Along the Gangaw-Kalay Road
February 17
Heavy fighting has been reported between revolutionary forces and junta troops along the Gangaw-Kalay road, which runs through Gangaw Township in Magway Region and Kalay Township in Sagaing Region.
In response to the ongoing clashes, the Gangaw Township People’s Defense Force (PDF) has issued a warning, urging heightened vigilance against potential airstrikes in the area.
Since the battle erupted along the northern part of Gangaw Township and the southern part of Kalay Township, the SAC forces have been deploying airstrikes as part of their offensive operations.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 4. BGF Plans to Sell Plots of Land Within the Protected Cultural Heritage Zone of Ancient Thagara City for Private Business Interests
February 17
The Border Guard Force (BGF) is reportedly preparing to demarcate and sell land plots within the protected cultural heritage zone of Ancient Thagara City in Tanintharyi Region, providing security for private business investors.
On February 16, the Democracy Movement Strike Committee (DDMSC) of Dawei District released a statement condemning the BGF’s destruction of the ancient city walls of Thagara.
According to the report, the BGF, in collaboration with business entities, used heavy machinery on February 15 to demolish sections of the ancient city wall in Thagara, located in Launglon Township, Dawei District, Tanintharyi Region—an important historical site of the Dawei people.
The statement further asserted that the BGF’s reckless destruction of Thagara, a cultural and national heritage site, constitutes an act of erasing the historical identity of the Dawei ethnic group for the sake of profit-driven interests.
As a result, the DDMSC strongly condemned the BGF’s actions and called on all revolutionary forces in the Dawei region to unite in opposing this destruction and take action against those responsible.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 5. Pa Ka Pha Provides Financial Aid to Displaced War Refugees in Nattalin Township
February 17
The People’s Defense Forces (Pa Ka Pha) has successfully provided financial assistance to displaced war refugees in Nattalin Township.
The aid was distributed by the Pa Ka Pha units of Tharyarwady District, the People’s Defense Force of Nattalin Township, and Battalion 3801 of Tharyarwady District (Unit No.1), according to a statement from Nattalin Pa Ka Pha.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 6. NUGPay Joins the Public in Supporting Kachin Defense Forces
February 17
The NUGPay platform has announced that it will collaborate with the public to support Kachin defense forces, according to an official statement on February 16.
As part of the 23rd “For Our People” fundraising initiative, NUGPay will facilitate donations in support of Kachin defense forces, working alongside the people.
Donations can be made through the NUGPay account (forourpeople*nugpay.app) and will be accepted from today until February 28, after which the funds will be directly delivered to the frontline.
This military news update was provided by Min Thihan, a correspondent for Radio NUG.
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