Military News Updates – April 05, 2025 Evening
๐ฉ๐ฉ 1. NUG: 68 Civilians, Including Children and Women, Killed by Junta Attacks Amid Earthquake Crisis
April 5
While civilians were still grappling with the aftermath of a powerful earthquake, junta forces carried out aerial and heavy artillery attacks, killing at least 68 people, including children and women, according to a statement released today, April 5, by the National Unity Government (NUG)’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The statement condemned the military regime for launching such attacks on civilian populations during a natural disaster emergency. Following the devastating earthquake on March 28, junta forces reportedly conducted 63 air and artillery strikes within just one week. The attacks resulted in the deaths of 68 civilians—including one child and 15 women.
Among the locations most severely impacted by both the earthquake and the subsequent attacks were Sagaing Region, which faced 13 strikes, and Mandalay Region, which experienced 8 strikes, the statement added.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 2. Junta Airstrike Destroys Indaw Monastery, Kills Two Civilians, Injures Eight
April 5
A junta airstrike on the central monastery of Indaw town left two civilians dead and eight others injured, while the monastery itself was heavily damaged, according to a statement from Indaw Revolution - IR.
Two fighter jets from the junta’s air force, reportedly deployed from the Meiktila Air Base, dropped four bombs between 12:00 and 1:00 PM on April 1. The bombs struck the Indaw main monastery compound, causing fires that engulfed the main hall, dining area, and Dhamma Hall. The blasts also destroyed religious buildings, including the main pagoda, the city hall, and the Dhamma Mandine Monastery.
At the time of the bombing, junta troops were stationed inside the monastery along with civilians. Two civilians were confirmed dead, and eight others were injured.
No clashes had been reported in Indaw when the bombing occurred, sources said. Despite announcing a nationwide ceasefire from April 2 to April 22, the junta continues to carry out airstrikes and military operations across the country.
According to Indaw Revolution - IR, rather than conducting effective humanitarian rescue efforts for those affected by the earthquake, junta forces have focused on attacking civilian-populated areas from the air. They highlighted that the junta’s poor crisis management, lack of compassion, and failure to conduct timely rescue operations have resulted in preventable civilian deaths.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 3. KIA Reveals Statements from Defected Troops Captured During Bhamo Offensive
April 5
The Kachin Independence Army (KIA) has released statements from junta soldiers captured during the battle for Bhamo in Kachin State, revealing that some were forcibly conscripted members of the so-called “People’s Military Force.”
Among the captured soldiers were individuals such as Zeyathu Aung and Aung Moe Thet, who said they had been abducted and conscripted using various coercive methods. Their testimonies indicate they were not volunteers but rather forcibly recruited.
Aung Moe Thet, a Grade 10 student at the time, said he was arrested around 10 PM after returning from a tutoring session to sit for his exams. He was then sent to the frontlines.
Despite junta claims that the "People’s Military Force" would not be deployed in combat, these recruits say they were sent directly into frontline conflict zones. Aung Moe Thet added that when junta troops were forced to retreat during the battle, he was left behind and later defected to KIA-controlled territory on January 27.
Zeyathu Aung, another conscript, said he was approached by two men while job-hunting in Yangon, who promised him employment but instead delivered him into military recruitment under the junta’s telecommunications unit.
He admitted he had initially feared defecting, as the junta had spread propaganda claiming that resistance forces would execute defectors. However, upon surrendering, he was treated with care and provided with medical aid without discrimination, he said.
The defectors also disclosed they surrendered with weapons, ammunition, and grenades.
The National Unity Government and allied revolutionary forces are calling on all forcibly recruited soldiers and junta troops to defect and join the resistance by any possible means.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 4. Clash Erupts in Naung Cho as Military Launches Attack During Unilateral Ceasefire by Three Brotherhood Alliance
April 5
The Ta'ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) stated that a clash broke out in Naung Cho Township after the Myanmar military launched an offensive, despite a unilateral ceasefire declared by the Three Brotherhood Alliance to facilitate effective humanitarian assistance for earthquake-affected communities.
According to reports, the military deployed seven vehicles and reinforcements through the In Taw area toward Kyauk Khu, Taung Hche, and A-Ma-Ta 902, around noon on April 3. The TNLA reported that following this reinforcement, government forces initiated an assault around 10 a.m. on April 4, resulting in a clash between the junta troops and the PSLF/TNLA near A-Ma-Ta 902.
In addition, military sources reported that the junta carried out two airstrikes using jet fighters targeting an area seven miles from Thabeikkyin Township.
Although the junta had announced a ceasefire from April 2 to 22 in recognition of the national mourning period, the TNLA revealed that military offensives and airstrikes have continued on a daily basis.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 5. Vehicle Carrying Over 5,000 Gallons of Rationed Cooking Oil for Military Seized
April 5
The Southern YSO People’s Defense Force (PDF) announced today, April 5, that it had seized a vehicle transporting over 5,000 gallons of rationed cooking oil intended for the military, dispatched from a multi-agency military base in Yezakyo Town.
The interception occurred at 4 p.m. on April 1 along the Pakokku–Yezakyo road, where a six-wheeled truck carrying 50 barrels (5,500 gallons) of cooking oil—classified as military ration supplies—was captured.
The military regime has restricted the sale and transportation of cooking oil in Yezakyo, monopolizing the market under military oversight. The seized oil, referred to as “rationed oil,” is part of the junta’s controlled distribution, reportedly involving the issuance of ration cards reminiscent of the socialist era. These cards allow households with ties to the military or affiliated staff to purchase one barrel per household.
According to Southern YSO PDF, the military has been allocating and distributing this rationed oil four times a month, and its proxies have long dominated the cooking oil market.
The seized six-wheeler had reportedly made multiple trips transporting both cooking oil and rice supplies from Pakokku to Yezakyo for the military. The group had been monitoring the vehicle for approximately two months prior to the operation.
Currently, the 50 barrels of cooking oil have been confiscated for use in resistance operations. The vehicle itself will also be repurposed, while the driver and assistant have been released. The group also announced that if any of the seized items belong to civilians, the rightful owners may contact them via the Southern YSO PDF’s official social media page.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 6. Min Tat Township People’s Administrative Body Issues Six-Point Regional Order
April 5
The People’s Administrative Body of Min Tat Township has issued a six-point regional directive dated March 30, aimed at informing residents within the township and ensuring compliance with local governance guidelines.
The directive prohibits individuals from occupying or constructing homes on departmental lands or within government staff housing without official permission from the administrative body.
Furthermore, unauthorized entry into government buildings or theft and destruction of official documents and property is strictly forbidden.
The order also bans activities within forest reserves—such as logging, home construction, slash-and-burn farming, or the establishment of gardens—without permission. Similar restrictions apply to constructing new homes or harvesting timber within villages without prior authorization.
Although Min Tat Township has suffered significant destruction from junta attacks, the directive urges affected residents to formally request permission from the administrative body for rebuilding homes and transporting construction materials.
Additionally, the order prohibits unauthorized village relocations or the establishment of new villages. It warns that non-compliance will result in legal action under existing laws.
These news reports were contributed by Radio NUG correspondent Ko Khant.
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