Myanmar Military News Updates – April 13, 2025 Morning
๐ฉ๐ฉ 1. Five Junta Troops Killed in Clash with KIA-Allied Forces Near Inndawgyi
April 12
Radio NUG
A battle broke out between SAC forces and a KIA-allied joint force near Inndawgyi in Mohnyin Township, Kachin State—specifically between Nan Mun Su Kyi Village and Inn Thar Village within the Hsanwin Kone village tract. Reports indicate that five junta soldiers were killed in the engagement.
The clash occurred in the early hours of April 11, from 4:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m., between the combined forces of the SAC and SNA (Shanni Nationalities Army) on one side and KIA and local PDF rotating patrol units on the other.
According to a field source, five troops from the SAC-SNA side were killed in the fighting. Two firearms, ammunition, and related materials were reportedly seized by the resistance forces.
The confrontation erupted as a joint SAC-SNA column advanced into the Hsanwin Kone area, which lies within the territory of KIA Battalion 26 under Brigade 9.
In a separate development, at approximately 1:40 p.m. on the same day, the SAC launched an aerial bombing followed by rocket fire attacks on Bhamo City in Kachin State, according to further reports.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 2. Despite Intense Offensive, Moebye Remains Under Resistance Control
April 12
Radio NUG
In Moebye, a town on the southern Shan–Karenni border in Pekon Township, Taunggyi District, southern Shan State, the SAC continues to wage an aggressive assault with overwhelming force, yet resistance forces, including allied units, have maintained control, according to a statement by Battalion 805 (Nay Pyi Taw PDF).
Since early 2025, the junta has been conducting an intensified offensive to recapture the Moebye–Loikaw road section, heavily relying on artillery strikes, drone attacks, and air support.
Nay Pyi Taw PDF, together with allied revolutionary joint forces, is actively defending and counterattacking against SAC incursions in Moebye, where fierce battles are taking place daily, sources say.
Significant casualties have reportedly been sustained by junta troops. During recent fighting, Deputy Battalion Commander from Than Naung Column of Battalion 805 was killed, and six resistance fighters were wounded.
As of the time of reporting, resistance forces remain in control of Moebye, but the junta has targeted civilian areas outside battle zones with airstrikes and heavy artillery, resulting in civilian casualties, according to verified information.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 3. Township Police Station in South Dagon Attacked with Hand Grenade
April 12
Radio NUG
A hand grenade attack was launched on the Township Police Station near South-North Dagon intersection in South Dagon Township, Yangon Region, according to a statement by THE BLOOD LINE group.
The attack occurred around 1:00 p.m. on April 12, when THE BLOOD LINE fighters reportedly threw a hand grenade at the police station.
The grenade exploded near two police officers, injuring one seriously.
THE BLOOD LINE stated that their team safely withdrew to a secure location following the operation.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 4. Junta Arbitrarily Detains Civilian in KNU’s Hpa-an District
April 12
Radio NUG
According to the Karen National Union (KNU), junta troops from Military Operations Command 207, stationed in Thay Baw Boe, arbitrarily arrested a civilian in Hpa-an District, Hlaingbwe Township, under KNU-controlled territory.
On April 10, around 6:30 p.m., junta troops forcibly detained Zin Min Htike, a 30-year-old rubber worker from Thon Hman Thay Baw Boe who had gone to Thay Baw Boe town for shopping.
Additionally, on April 9 at 10:00 p.m., junta troops from LIB 264 fired four 120mm mortar rounds, which exploded in Tha Lu Kho, Kauk Mel Thu, and Pan Tin Kone villages, damaging one house.
At 9:48 p.m., the SAC carried out a drone bombing on Kyin Kwin Village, destroying two houses.
Similarly, on April 11, the junta used drone-deployed cluster bombs on Kwin Seik Village in Leiktho Township, hitting an area near a four-way intersection and damaging two houses.
On April 8 at 9:45 p.m., two 120mm rounds fired by LIB 264 exploded inside the monastery compound in Taung Kin Village, causing damage to the monastery itself.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 5. Elderly Man Killed and Five Houses Burned in Artillery Shelling by Military in Nat Htoke Gyi Township
April 12
Radio NUG
At approximately 7:20 PM on April 11, junta troops from Infantry Battalion 15 based in Myin Chyan Township launched artillery attacks targeting Letwel and Myin Ni Villages in Nat Htoke Gyi Township, according to local reports.
Due to the shelling, 82-year-old U Paw Than was struck by shrapnel and died instantly. In addition, five civilian homes were set ablaze and destroyed by the artillery explosions.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 6. Junta Jet Fighter Bombs School in Thargon Gyi Village
April 12
Radio NUG
The military council launched an unprovoked airstrike using a jet fighter on the school in Thargon Gyi Village, located in the Yelaykyun area of Yesagyo Township, Pakokku District, Magway Region, according to a statement from the Yesagyo Township Information Committee.
The airstrike occurred around 10:00 AM on April 12. As students and local civilians managed to flee to safety, no casualties were reported. However, the school building and educational materials suffered significant damage.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 7. Five People Killed, Including Three Monks and a Child, in Airstrike on Monastery in Dee Pae Yin
April 12
Radio NUG
In an airstrike carried out by the military junta, three Buddhist monks and a child were among five people killed when bombs were dropped on the Taung Ngu Monastery in Kyat Khut Village, Dee Pae Yin Township, Sagaing Region, according to local sources.
The attack took place at around 2:00 PM on April 12. Among the deceased were the three monks, a young student named Maung Sone Ni, and a displaced civilian named U Maung.
In addition, five monks and one internally displaced civilian sustained injuries during the airstrike, bringing the total number of casualties to six.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 8. Junta Soldier from LIB 407 Defects with Family in Yayphyu
April 12
Radio NUG
On April 11, a 24-year-old junta soldier named Ye Min Khant from Light Infantry Battalion 407 in Yayphyu Township defected along with his wife, Ma Win Sandy, according to a statement from the Chaukphyu Pyout Kyarr (Defection Welcome Force).
It was reported that they had fled on April 10 and were safely transported to a secure location. Arrangements are being made to provide for their basic needs and to help them rebuild their family life.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 9. Emergency Medical Training Completed in KA-Controlled Territory in Karenni State
April 12
Radio NUG
An emergency basic medical training course (Batch 1) was successfully completed in the area controlled by the Karenni Army (KA) in Karenni State, according to reports.
The training, which began in March, focused primarily on emergency rescue and first aid. The completion ceremony was held on April 12.
A total of 23 trainees attended the course, which was conducted by three instructors. The training was initiated in response to the growing need for medics capable of providing emergency care on the frontline. Plans are underway to continue and expand the training program in future batches.
The above military news summaries were compiled and reported by Min Sitt Thway and Khur Shel of Radio NUG.
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