Domestic News Updates – March 23, 2025 Evening
๐๐ 1. NUG Defense Minister: Special Focus on the Liberation of the Strategically Important Kabo Region
March 23
The National Unity Government (NUG) is prioritizing the liberation of the Kabo region, given its political, economic, and military significance, according to NUG’s Minister of Defense, U Yee Mon.
During the launch event of the "Kabo Nyi Naung Campaign," held on the night of March 22, Minister U Yee Mon reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the region's liberation.
Kabo is a plains region situated in the upper part of Sagaing, encompassing Kalay and Tamu Districts. According to the minister, apart from Kalay and Tamu towns, the rest of the region is under the control of the People's Defense Force (PDF). Due to its geographical location between the Chindwin River and the Indian border, the Kabo region holds critical strategic importance.
As a result, NUG’s Ministry of Defense - Military Region No. 1 has been prioritizing the region’s liberation, Minister U Yee Mon stated. While full military clearance operations have not yet been completed, local governance structures led by the people are already functioning, reinforcing the area as a military junta-free zone. He urged continuous efforts to solidify this progress.
At present, the junta’s forces are unable to travel freely between towns in the region and are relying solely on air transport for logistics, according to reports.
The Kabo Nyi Naung Project, which launched on March 22 and will run until April 20, aims to raise 100 million MMK in funds. Given that the initiative is being carried out collectively by 14 organizations, the public is encouraged to contribute as much as possible to support the effort.
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๐๐ 2. Armed Robbery at Yangon’s “Theik Shain” Gold Shop Despite Heavy Military and Police Presence
March 23
Despite the military and police tightening security measures across Yangon, an armed robbery took place at Theik Shain Gold Shop, located on Maha Bandula Road in Pabedan Township, downtown Yangon. The robbers made off with an undisclosed amount of gold jewelry, as reported by Yangon Khit Thit News.
The robbery occurred around 8:45 AM on March 23 at the shop, situated between Shwe Bon Thar Road and 28th Street (Room 507/509, Unit 7). According to sources, a group of armed individuals stormed the shop and looted gold items before fleeing.
Local police and military personnel are currently investigating the incident.
A Yangon gold merchant with ties to the shop confirmed the robbery, stating:
"Yes, the shop was indeed robbed, and some gold items were taken. However, we don't yet know the exact amount. The shop owner is handling the matter with the authorities."
A resident of 29th Street, Pabedan Township, said that the public only became aware of the robbery after it had already taken place, as it occurred suddenly in the early morning.
"It was reported that four men carried out the robbery. No one knew while it was happening. We only found out afterward," another resident stated.
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๐๐ 3. Junta Troops Torch Civilian Homes and Arrest Villagers in Min Mu and Yesagyo
March 23
Junta forces advancing through villages in Min Mu Township (Sagaing Region) and Yesagyo Township (Magway Region) have set fire to civilian homes and detained multiple villagers, according to local sources.
On March 21, around 150 junta troops raided Chay Yar Taw and Kyaut Min villages in Min Mu Township. They burned down six houses in Chay Yar Taw and one house in Kyaut Min, as reported by the Min Mu Information Group.
Additionally, the junta forces abducted several civilians from both villages and used them as human shields, according to local reports.
At present, the military column has moved into the junta base at Boe Min Gyi Outpost, according to the Min Mu Information Group.
Meanwhile, in Yesagyo Township, another junta column has been using over 50 civilians as human shields while advancing through villages, according to the Yesagyo Township Info Committee.
On March 21, junta forces stationed in Ngat Yaw Village launched an offensive against Moe Phyu and Moe Kwe villages. During the attack, they trapped and detained over 50 civilians, including elderly people and children, who had been taking refuge in a bamboo grove west of Moe Kwe Village.
Reports indicate that the detained civilians were later used as human shields when the military column advanced into Kan Oo Village on March 22.
These reports were verified and submitted to Radio NUG by field correspondents.
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