Military News Updates – March 30, 2025 Morning
๐ฉ๐ฉ 1. NUG Announces a Two-Week Suspension of All Offensive Military Operations Except for Self-Defense
March 29
The National Unity Government (NUG) has announced that all offensive military operations, except for self-defense, will be suspended for two weeks.
This decision was outlined in a statement regarding a temporary ceasefire for humanitarian reasons and emergency relief efforts for earthquake-affected civilians.
At approximately 12:50 AM Myanmar Standard Time on March 28, 2025, a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck 16 kilometers northwest of Sagaing City, followed by multiple aftershocks. The earthquake, classified as a Major Earthquake, caused widespread destruction in Sagaing, Mandalay, Bago, Naypyidaw, and Southern Shan State, leading to the collapse of houses, buildings, pagodas, mosques, schools, and bridges. Reports indicate that thousands of people have lost their lives, tens of thousands have been injured, and many are in urgent need of rescue and medical treatment.
To facilitate emergency rescue operations for those trapped in collapsed buildings, homes, and workplaces in the affected areas, the Ministry of Defense of the National Unity Government and the People’s Defense Forces have declared that all offensive military operations, except for self-defense, will be suspended for two weeks starting March 30.
The NUG has also urged the United Nations humanitarian agencies, international organizations, and INGOs to immediately provide emergency rescue and medical assistance to earthquake victims.
Furthermore, in NUG-administered territories, the government has pledged to ensure security, transportation, and the establishment of temporary rescue and medical centers to facilitate relief efforts carried out by UN humanitarian agencies, international organizations, and INGOs.
As an initial emergency response, the NUG has allocated USD 1 million to support rescue and medical operations across the country for earthquake-affected civilians, including those in NUG-controlled areas.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 2. Over 40 Civilians Killed and Others Missing in NUG-Controlled Areas of Sagaing Due to Earthquake
March 29
Over 40 civilians have died, and others remain missing in NUG-controlled areas of Sagaing Region following the devastating earthquake, according to NUG Defense Minister U Yee Mon.
On March 29, Minister U Yee Mon released information on the casualties:
Sagaing Township (excluding the city area): 18 deaths
Shwebo Township: 4 deaths
Wetlet Township: 5 deaths
Singu Township: 21 deaths
Yinmarbin Township: 1 death
In addition to the fatalities, there are also reports of injuries and missing persons.
The 7.7-magnitude earthquake, which struck near Sagaing City on March 28, caused extensive damage and significant casualties in Sagaing, Mandalay, and Aung Pan in Shan State, among other areas.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 3. PDF, Pa Ka Pha, Pa Ah Pha, and Pa La Pha Forces Conduct Earthquake Relief Operations
March 29 | Radio NUG
Under the command of the National Unity Government (NUG), the People’s Defense Force (PDF), the People’s Defense Organization (Pa Ka Pha), the People’s Administrative Organization (Pa Ah Pha), and the People’s Security Organization (Pa La Pha) have been actively involved in earthquake relief efforts in affected areas, according to the Ministry of Defense.
On March 29, these forces worked together to assist victims, provide emergency relief, and support recovery efforts in regions devastated by the earthquake.
Following the earthquake, the NUG Ministry of Defense issued Directive (1/2025) on March 28, instructing all forces to prioritize rescue and relief operations in affected areas.
The PDF and Pa Ka Pha forces have also been coordinating with local resistance organizations to provide assistance to affected civilians, address immediate needs, and report updates to the relevant command structures.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 4. Over 800 Houses Destroyed and More Than 40 Dead in Kaylaw Village, Inle, Due to Earthquake
March 29
A powerful earthquake has destroyed over 800 houses and left more than 40 people dead in Kaylaw Village, Inle, according to reports.
The earthquake, which struck in the afternoon of March 28, severely affected Kaylaw Village, which has a total of 1,057 houses, resulting in the collapse of 818 homes. As of now, the death toll has reached 41.
Local sources report that some bodies remain trapped under the rubble, and urgent assistance is still needed for rescue operations.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 5. Military Convoy Transporting Injured Junta Soldiers from Thein Khun Battle Attacked with Mines
March 29 | Radio NUG
A Myanmar military convoy transporting injured junta soldiers from prolonged clashes near Thein Khun Village, Tanintharyi Township, Tanintharyi Region, was ambushed with landmines, according to a report by Dawei Watch.
The attack took place on March 28 at around 10:00 AM when a seven-vehicle convoy from Artillery Battalion No. 306 was traveling toward Myeik City. The convoy was struck by landmines near Yanphoe Village.
The ambush was carried out by the Bo Kharyin Battalion, Taunggyi Mway Hout Battalion, Myeik Pa Ka Pha, and Pa Ka Pha Zone 3, who also engaged in a firefight using small arms. The clash lasted for approximately one hour.
During the attack, one junta vehicle was severely damaged and became inoperable, and there were likely casualties among the junta forces. However, the resistance forces reported no casualties on their side.
The Myanmar military has been conducting an offensive in the vicinity of Thein Khun Village for over three months as part of its efforts to regain control of the Tanintharyi-Mawtaung trade route, leading to intensified clashes in nearby villages.
The above reports were sent by Radio NUG correspondents Min Sitt Thway and Min Thihan.
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