Military News Updates – April 09, 2025 Morning
๐ฉ๐ฉ 1. NUG’s Ministry of Defense Announces Full Capture of Inndaw City, Former Base of SAC’s Division 77 Frontline Command
April 8 – Radio NUG
On the night of April 7, 2025, the Ministry of Defense of the National Unity Government (NUG) officially announced the complete seizure of Inndaw City, which had served as the frontline base of the SAC’s Division 77, a unit reportedly commanded directly by a junta division commander. This capture followed over eight months of sustained military operations under the directives of NUG’s No. (1) Military Region.
According to the Ministry of Defense, the Inndaw offensive was a prolonged and strategic campaign. Junta forces reportedly suffered major setbacks including supply chain failures, lack of reinforcements, severe casualties, and loss of territorial control, rendering them incapable of withstanding sustained pressure from revolutionary forces. Ultimately, the final remaining junta unit, including the commander, abandoned their stronghold—located in a WWII-era Japanese bunker—at around 9:00 PM on April 7.
The operation was executed under the command of NUG’s No. (1) Military Region with the participation of the People’s Defense Force (PDF), Katha District PDF Battalions 1 through 4, the Katha District Special Task Force, Special Ranger Battalions SR-1 and SR-10, and multiple regional People’s Defense Groups (Pa Ka Pha) from Inndaw, Banmauk, Katha, and the greater Katha District. Additional forces included the Shwebo District Command No. (2), Pyin Oo Lwin District Battalions 509, 510, 512, Pyin Oo Lwin District Battalions 1 and 2, student battalions from ABSDF Units 11 and 14, Kachin Independence Army (KIA) 9th Brigade, Monywa PDF (KPDF), Kale District Battalion 10, Rocket Battalion, and multiple drone units including MOD Drone Force, ABSDF, K2, SR-1, Unit 1849 Drone Team, and the Kanbalu District Drone Battalion. Artillery units from Katha District and commando teams from Myinchan District also joined the operation.
Initial reports indicate the seizure of a significant cache of weaponry, including two Howitzer artillery pieces, two 120mm mortars, and a large amount of small arms and ammunition.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 2. Missile Attack on Defense Equipment Factory (Ka Pa Sa 11) in Taikkyi Leaves 5 Junta Soldiers Dead, 16 Wounded
April 8 – Radio NUG
Urban Special Operation (USO) has confirmed that five junta soldiers were killed and sixteen others injured during a missile strike on the SAC’s No. 11 Defense Equipment Factory (Ka Pa Sa 11) in Taikkyi Township, Yangon Region.
On the night of April 4, three long-range Mizayne missiles were launched at the factory. Information provided by local civilian informants from “Inner Watermelon” indicated that the assault caused extensive damage to a small arms factory, as well as the destruction of nearby munition and ammunition warehouses.
Following the attack, the junta reportedly increased internal inspections, heightened security measures, and began sweeping operations in collaboration with civilian informants to suppress news leaks and maintain control in the area.
The operation was jointly carried out by Urban Special Operation (USO) and the Shadow Armed Force (S.A.F).
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 3. Eight Junta Troops Killed in Defense Assault after SAC Forces Exploit Ceasefire in Taungoo
April 8 – Radio NUG
The Warazain Group reported that revolutionary forces were compelled to launch a defensive assault against a junta military column that took advantage of the temporary ceasefire—declared due to the devastating earthquake—to conduct an offensive in Pade Village, Taungoo Township.
On April 6, a junta force of over 100 troops advanced from the northern part of Pade Village and set up camp at a local monastery. In response, Warazain’s advanced drone strike unit and suppression team, alongside the Northern Than Taw Myaut People’s Defense Force, engaged in a coordinated counterattack.
The engagement reportedly penetrated deep into the junta’s jammer zone and launched a "drop attack" during a vulnerable moment in the junta’s formation. Suppression units then closed in to deliver a direct offensive.
Subsequently, the junta responded with heavy artillery and machine-gun fire, forcing revolutionary forces—who had reached positions near enemy weapons caches—to temporarily withdraw.
Reinforcements from the joint defense team intercepted the junta’s medical evacuation route with landmine attacks, reportedly resulting in the deaths of approximately eight SAC troops and injuries to at least five more.
Only one resistance fighter sustained minor, non-life-threatening injuries. However, during the night, junta forces retaliated by shelling the peaceful village of Than Moe Taung with heavy artillery and were also reported to have set fire to the RC Monastery within the village.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 4. Resistance Forces Ambush Retreating Junta Column after Arson Attacks in Than Moe Taung Village
April 8 – Radio NUG
According to Kenni Twilight Zone, a junta military column returning from Than Moe Taung Village—after setting fire to civilian homes—was ambushed by resistance forces.
At around 10:50 AM on April 7, the attack took place on the outskirts of Thone Bo Gyi Village, led by troops from KNU Brigade 2’s Battalion 5 under Kamni-Kyar Defense Forces and the Taungoo District Battalion 3504.
Following the skirmish, junta troops retreated to Thone Bo Gyi base. However, before leaving, they reportedly looted and destroyed local shops, vehicles, and motorcycles, and physically assaulted civilians and travelers in the area.
In a related incident on April 6 around 2:00 PM, the Kamni-Kyar Defense Force attacked junta-affiliated Pyusawhti militia hiding in Kamni Village, resulting in one killed and two injured.
Authorities have announced that travel along the Taungoo–Laitho highway is permitted only between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM, and civilians are advised to inform the nearest local defense unit for emergency movement during restricted hours.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 5. Four Civilians, Including a Pyusawhti Militia Member, Killed in Shootout at Hnaw Nyang Pin Village, Kale Township
April 8 – Radio NUG
At approximately noon on April 8, a military base under SAC control in Hnaw Nyang Pin Village, Kale Township, came under attack. According to local sources, four civilians—including a Pyusawhti militia member—were killed, and one other person was injured during the incident. One member of the People’s Defense Forces (PDF) was reportedly captured by junta forces.
The exchange of gunfire reportedly lasted over one and a half hours. The deceased have been identified as Ko Pho Lone, Ko Min Min Oo, Ko Kyaw Min Zin, and Ko San Lwin.
Additionally, a PDF member named U Nwar Htee was captured during the clash. The junta also fired two rounds of heavy artillery into the area and reinforced their troop presence in the village at around 7:00 AM the following morning.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 6. Junta Forces Torch Taung Bo Village in Salin Township
April 8 – Radio NUG
On April 6 at around 4:00 PM, junta troops under the SAC reportedly launched an arson attack on Taung Bo Village, part of the North Chaung Phyu Village Tract in Salin Township, Magway Region, according to a statement from the Salin Township People’s Administration Team (Pa Ah Pha).
The arson was carried out in four separate locations, resulting in the destruction of 17 houses and 4 rice storage barns—21 structures in total.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 7. One Sergeant and Two Soldiers Defect with Weapons from Pakokku and Tedim-Based SAC Battalions
April 8 – Radio NUG
A sergeant from Infantry Battalion 259 (IB-259), based in Pakokku and stationed at the Myitche–Kyun Chaung Electricity Office, has defected with his weapon and joined the resistance, according to a statement by Southern YSO PDF.
The defector, identified as Sergeant Ko Phyu Lay, had served in the military for over 10 years. He reportedly contacted the resistance on February 25, expressing his intent to defect. Southern YSO PDF facilitated his extraction and safe transfer.
Sergeant Ko Phyu Lay brought with him one MA-2 assault rifle, five magazines, and one grenade. In recognition of his defection and the weapons he brought, he was awarded a reward of MMK 4 million (approximately USD 1,900) and was safely relocated to a place of his choosing.
Similarly, on April 7, two young soldiers from Infantry Battalion 269 (IB-269), based in Tedim, Chin State, who had completed People’s Defense Force (PDF) training, also defected to PDF Zoland with weapons and ammunition.
The two soldiers, identified as Soe Lin Aung and Pho La Pyae, both 23 years old, brought small arms and ammunition. They were each awarded financial rewards for their defection.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 8. Commendation Ceremony Held for Fighters Involved in Min Taung Capture and Graduation of Ground Unit Officer Training Program
April 8 – Radio NUG
A ceremony was held by the No. (3) Battalion of NUG’s No. (1) Military Region (Monywa District) to honor revolutionary fighters who participated in the operation to capture Min Taung Town. The event also marked the graduation of the Ground Unit Officer Weekly Training Program (Batch 1/2025), during which certificates of merit were awarded, and weapons were ceremonially distributed.
During the ceremony, the commanding officer of Battalion No. (3) of Monywa District addressed the troops, stating:
"You all have now experienced real combat on the ground. Discipline and obedience are essential. To reach our desired goal, we must fight war with war. Whether or not we succeed in achieving that goal, we must keep moving forward."
In addition to recognizing the bravery of the frontline fighters, the families of those who died in the battle were awarded certificates of honor and financial compensation. Fallen soldiers' families received MMK 2 million (approx. USD 950) each, while those who were seriously wounded received MMK 500,000 (approx. USD 240) each.
These updates were reported by Radio NUG correspondents Min Thihan, Min Sitt Thway, and Khur Shel.
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