Military News Updates – February 24, 2025 Morning
๐ฉ๐ฉ 1. SAC Convoy Retreating from Nat Yae Kan Air Defense Camp Attacked
February 23
Radio NUG
The Chin Defense Force – Asho (CDF - Asho) has reported that a convoy of the State Administration Council (SAC) forces retreating from the Nat Yae Kan Air Defense Camp in Ngaphe Township, Magway Region, was ambushed.
On February 22, at approximately 1:30 PM, the convoy, consisting of over 100 SAC troops withdrawing from the air defense camp with weapons and ammunition, was attacked on the old Nat Yae Kan road, west of the Pyin Wa checkpoint.
During the attack, one of the SAC vehicles was destroyed, and another caught fire. However, during the clearance operation, one member of CDF - Asho lost his life, and another was injured.
The SAC reportedly suffered seven casualties on the spot, with many others wounded. Additionally, four firearms and some ammunition were seized.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 2. Pyu and SAC Troops Abandon Base and Flee from Tit Thit Taw Village, Shwebo
February 23
Radio NUG
According to the Pa Ka Pha (PDF) Voice, Pyu and SAC troops stationed at Tit Thit Taw Village Base in Shwebo Township, Sagaing Region, abandoned their camp and fled.
Following the retreat of SAC forces from the Pyu bases in the neighboring Nyaung Kaing Village, the Tit Thit Taw Village Pyu base was also abandoned on February 22.
After the SAC troops deserted the area, Pa Ka Pha forces provided food and medical aid to 11 elderly residents who had remained in the village.
The now-abandoned bases were later cleared by Pa Ka Pha forces from Shwebo Township, District 2 Farmers’ Pa Ka Pha, District 3 Pa Ka Pha, Tit Thit Taw Pa Ka Pha, and Battalion 4 of Shwebo District.
Reports indicate that due to the successful encirclement and pressure tactics of Pa Ka Pha forces, SAC troops in Shwebo Township have been continuously retreating from their positions.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 3. SAC Military Column Ambushed in Min Kin; Four Bodies and One Pyu Captured
February 23
Radio NUG
A joint revolutionary force led by CSRAF (LPDF) intercepted and attacked an SAC military column, which included Pyu Saw Htee militia, as it was moving out of Kyauk Khet Tat Village in Min Kin Township, Sagaing Region.
The ambush took place on February 21 in the early morning between Kyauk Khet Tat and Thin Taw villages, targeting an SAC column of approximately 100 troops.
The attack resulted in heavy casualties on the SAC side, though the exact number remains unconfirmed. However, four bodies were recovered, and one Pyu Saw Htee member was captured. Additionally, weapons and ammunition were seized.
On February 23, SAC forces received aerial support and retreated from the area.
The operation was carried out by multiple resistance groups, including:
Kalay District Battalion 10
Kalay District Battalion 13
Kalay District Battalion 14
Monywa District Battalion 3, Sub-unit 2 – Mahauurar Dragon PDF
Mahauurar Kyauk Kyay Village Pa Ka Pha
Min Kin Local Union Forces
Thin Taw Local PDF
CSRAF (LPDF)
MHR PDF
Thin Taw Pa Ka Pha
Sagaing Battalion 3
Pin Ngin Local Forces and allied units.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 4. MNRF Base Overrun – One Resistance Fighter Killed While Covering, Two Injured
February 23
Radio NUG
The Moe Nyo Revolution Force (MNRF) announced that one of its bases was overrun by junta forces, resulting in the death of a resistance fighter who was covering for his comrades, while two others sustained injuries.
According to the statement, on February 17 at around 3:00 AM, junta troops launched an assault on an MNRF base. In the attack, 18-year-old resistance fighter Bo Min Chi was killed, and two others, Maung Doe Gyi and Pyae Sone, were injured.
It is reported that these three resistance fighters engaged in a firefight with junta forces while attempting to cover the retreat of their fellow fighters. In doing so, Bo Min Chi lost his life.
During the exchange of gunfire, a junta officer was reportedly killed, and the remaining resistance fighters successfully evacuated the base without further casualties.
Bo Min Chi was the youngest brother of MNRF commander Moe Nyo and had only recently joined the group to protect his elder brother.
The Moe Nyo Revolution Force expressed its deep sorrow and respect for the fallen fighter, honoring Bo Min Chi as a martyr and a hero.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 5. Junta Airstrike on Pakokku District’s Battalion 15 Base
February 23
Radio NUG
Junta forces launched an airstrike on the 3rd outpost of Battalion 15 in Pakokku District, located in Mying Township, Magway Region, according to reports.
On February 20, a Mig-29 fighter jet from Meiktila’s Shante Air Base carried out three bombing raids at 11:38 AM, 11:42 AM, and 11:50 AM, followed by two rounds of aerial gunfire from an MI-35 attack helicopter.
Despite the attack, no resistance fighters were harmed, but one sleeping quarters was destroyed.
Additionally, on February 19, the junta bombed Aung Zay Phyo Village in Taungtha Township, Mandalay Region, resulting in eight civilian injuries and the destruction of two houses.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 6. Junta Aerial Attack Damages Monastery and Ordination Hall in Warchae Village
February 23
Radio NUG
The Karen National Union (KNU) reported that the junta carried out an aerial attack on a monastery in Warchae Village, Leik Tho Township, Kawthulei District.
On February 22, at around 9:30 AM, the junta’s aircraft opened fire, damaging the ordination hall, monk’s residence, and surrounding structures.
Junta forces have been targeting civilian areas, places of worship, and livelihood centers, using heavy artillery, drones, and airstrikes.
Earlier, on February 15 at around 11:15 PM, the junta also conducted three bombing raids near Pharpong Village in Hpa-An Township, Du Tha Htoo District, destroying a monastery and a civilian-owned shop.
The following morning, at around 7:00 AM, the Kamamaung-based junta battalion launched two rounds of 120mm artillery fire into Pharpong Village.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 7. Junta Paratrooper Drone Bombing in Saitottaya Township Kills 8 Civilians, Including a 3-Year-Old Child
February 23
Radio NUG
At 3:14 AM and again at 3:18 AM on February 23, junta forces carried out a paramotor drone bombing attack on Min Lan Ya makeshift shelters near Mon Nhyin Village, Saitottaya Township.
According to local sources, three bombs were dropped, killing eight civilians, including a 3-year-old child. Five others were wounded.
The targeted area housed local farmers working on their fields. The attack also killed 24 cattle and damaged approximately 10 houses.
This report was compiled by Radio NUG correspondents Min Sitt Thway and Khur Shel.
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