Myanmar Military News Updates – Jun 26, 2025 Morning
๐ฉ๐ฉ 1. At Least Seven Civilians Killed in SAC Airstrike on Maw Chi Area, Karenni State
On June 25 around 11:00 a.m., the military junta carried out an aerial attack using a jet fighter to drop a 200-pound bomb on a mining site and a general goods store in Ward 15 of Maw Chi area, Hpasawng Township, Karenni State. According to local residents and humanitarian aid workers, at least seven civilians were killed, and over 40 others were injured.
Sources report that the military regime is deliberately targeting civilian areas instead of battle zones. Since the coup, Maw Chi has been hit by more than six airstrikes, with at least 13 civilians, including children, killed in earlier attacks.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 2. Junta and PNO Militia Jointly Burn Down Saung Nankhae Village in Pekon Township
According to local sources, Saung Nankhae Village, located on the eastern shore of Pekon Lake in Pekon Township, near the border of Shan and Karenni States, is being raided and burned by joint forces of the military junta and the PNO militia under its command.
On June 23, the junta launched an offensive from eastern Mobye, supported by airstrikes and heavy artillery. By the afternoon of June 24, the entire Saung Nankhae Village had reportedly been set ablaze and destroyed.
In response, multiple resistance forces—including the Karenni Nationalities Defense Force (KNDF), Mobye PDF, Pekon PDF, Loikaw PDF, Pyar Column, and the Karenni Liberation Army (Khu Lar Lah Ta)—have launched defensive counterattacks against the junta-PNO joint forces. However, due to continuous aerial bombardment and artillery support from the junta, civilian casualties remain a significant concern.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 3. PDF Intelligence Officer from Demoso 1102 Battalion Killed in Mobye Battle
A military intelligence officer from the Demoso 1102 Battalion, under the People’s Defense Force, Southern Shan/Kayah (Karenni) Military Region, was killed in action during fighting in Mobye, according to reports.
On June 24, PDF officer Charlie (a.k.a. Bo Than Chaung) of Demoso 1102 Battalion heroically gave his life in a battle against advancing SAC troops heavily deployed in Mobye.
Officer Charlie joined the Demoso 1102 Battalion on August 22, 2021, and had served with dedication and distinction in various revolutionary operations. His battalion released a statement expressing profound grief and solidarity with his family and comrades, honouring him as a People’s Martyr Hero.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 4. Nine SAC Camps Simultaneously Attacked on Yangon–Mandalay Old Highway
According to a statement by the Ministry of Defense of the National Unity Government (NUG), nine junta military camps stationed along the Yangon–Mandalay old highway within Nyaunglebin, Kyauktaga, and Phyu Townships, Bago Region, were simultaneously attacked.
The operations were launched in the early hours of June 25 by combined forces under PDF Operation Area 2 and Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA) units.
During the attacks:
- At least 20 junta soldiers were killed, and many others wounded.
- Three junta personnel, including a police captain, were captured.
- Resistance forces also seized 16 assorted weapons, ammunition, and other military supplies.
- One resistance fighter was killed, and two others were injured during the operation.
Participating units included:
- Operation Area 2
- Bago Regional Command
- Vanguard 24 Dragon Column
- Ahlawaka Battalion
- 3503 Battalion
- Phyu Pa Ka Pha
- Vanguard 25
- 3702 Battalion
- Spring Warriors Column
- KNLA Battalion 9
- Vanguard 26
- Royal Daung Battalion
- Taukkyekan Column
The Taukkyekan Column also launched a separate attack on a junta base near Tawwi Village, located between Nyaunglebin and Kyauktaga.
On June 25 at 1:00 a.m., the Taukkyekan Column launched an assault on a junta base of about 50 troops and successfully overran it after about an hour of fighting. In that operation, 13 junta soldiers were killed, and 3 were captured. There were no casualties among the resistance forces in that engagement.
This joint campaign has been officially named the “Kyaw Swar Operation”, in tribute to PDF fighter Kyaw Swar, who was killed in action on June 23.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 5. Over Ten Junta Naval Vessels Heading Toward Bhamo Amid Ongoing Clashes and Artillery Exchanges
A flotilla of around twelve military vessels transporting troops, ammunition, and supplies from the junta is reportedly making its way toward Bhamo, Kachin State, according to Colonel Naw Bu, spokesperson for the Kachin Independence Army (KIA), in a statement to People Spring.
These vessels departed from Wakema Township, Ayeyarwady Region, on June 21, and were confirmed to have passed through Yenanchaung Township on June 23 and Salin Township on June 24. During their passage, the junta allegedly used drones to carry out some aerial strikes.
The KIA and allied forces have been conducting an ongoing campaign to capture Bhamo City for over six months, and heavy fighting continues to persist. Daily artillery exchanges and airstrikes are reported as clashes intensify.
Earlier, in August 2024, prior to the full-scale assault on Bhamo, the resistance joint forces had already attacked and sunk eight military support vessels belonging to the junta in the Tigyit and Katha regions.
At present, junta troops are also carrying out ground offensives in Hpakant Township, Kachin State, leading to ongoing clashes with KIA-aligned resistance forces.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 6. Three Junta Soldiers Killed in Battle in Meiktila Township
A clash broke out between junta troops and resistance fighters in Meiktila Township, near the area between Ohn Tone Village and Gwe Tauk Kan Village, involving a mobile column under Division 99 of the junta military. The skirmish resulted in the deaths of three junta soldiers, and one resistance fighter was injured, according to a statement from the Democratic Shan Nationalities Defense Army (DSNDA).
The fighting began at around 6:00 p.m. on June 24 and lasted for approximately 30 minutes. It was a coordinated ambush carried out by three resistance groups:
- The Meiktila–Thazi Regional Task Force,
- The Taungtha People's Defense Force (Pa Ka Pha), and
- The DSNDA.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 7. Mandalay PDF Holds Graduation Ceremony for 3rd Commando Training Batch
The Mandalay People’s Defense Force (PDF) held a graduation ceremony for its third weekly commando training batch at an undisclosed location in liberated territory.
This third training batch covered special assault tactics, endurance training, military strategy, and political education over a structured three-month course, according to the statement.
The Mandalay PDF reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to the pursuit of federal democracy and the total eradication of military dictatorship, stating that they carry these duties as a solemn national responsibility.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 8. Nat Soldiers PDF Holds Graduation Ceremony for 12th Basic Military Training Batch
The Nat Soldiers People's Defense Force (Nat Ta Lin) held the graduation ceremony for its 12th Basic Military Training Batch, according to a statement released on June 25.
The training was conducted under the instruction of a CDM warrant officer as chief trainer, with Commander Zing Thu serving as assistant trainer. Unit commanders from three divisions of the Nat Soldiers PDF taught courses in core military disciplines and strategic warfare.
The statement expressed gratitude to all contributors who made the training possible, including:
- Donors and educators who provided moral and material support,
- Women's auxiliary teams who took charge of meal preparation throughout the training period,
- Trainees who persevered through difficulties with commitment and discipline,
- Frontline fighters who were unable to attend the graduation due to their duties,
- And senior figures from the NUG and Ministry of Defense (MOD).
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 9. Shwebo District Battalion 18 Awards Commendations to Shan Man Pyan Fighters During Weekly Graduation Ceremony
Shwebo District Battalion 18 held a weekly graduation ceremony for its Batch 1 training course, which also featured a military gear presentation event. During the ceremony, commendations were awarded to members of the Shan Man Pyan People's Revolutionary Force, Second Unit.
At the ceremony, Battalion Leader Rebel Commander Swan Ye stated:
“We must build a strong and disciplined force. Only with such a force can we decisively push back against military dictatorship.”
He emphasized that strengthening the force was not for oppression but to fully protect the people.
The battalion is continuing medical care for wounded comrades, including those with steel implants and eye injuries, and pledged to provide ongoing support to their families.
According to the report, a total of 252 resistance fighters have taken part in the Shan Man Pyan operation, with 120 in the first unit and 132 in the second. The second unit is said to be approaching its one-year anniversary.
Commander Swan Ye further remarked:
“We are always proud of the sacrifices of our comrades. Because of their sacrifices, job opportunities for the people have increased, and the financial stability of our allied revolutionary forces has improved.”
The battalion also affirmed its commitment to continue the fight until the revolution is achieved.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 10. PDF Insight Reports Notable Military Successes by Resistance Forces and Movement Toward an Inclusive Transitional Government
According to PDF Insight, resistance forces including ethnic armed organizations (EAOs), People’s Defense Forces under the NUG, and local defense forces are achieving clear and significant victories against the Myanmar military.
In Karen regions, junta bases have fallen within days; and in Rakhine to Ayeyarwady, resistance offensives have gained ground. Formerly entrenched junta outposts in border areas, once deemed unnecessary, have now become primary targets of the resistance.
However, the junta’s clearance operations continue to involve village burnings, killings, and looting. In central Myanmar, capturing major junta bases remains a considerable challenge, though KNU and PDF forces have expanded their control over multiple zones.
On the political front, there are ongoing efforts to form a transitional government that is broad-based and inclusive, with the view that ethnic groups and all relevant actors must be represented to secure the future of a federal union.
A federal affairs minister stated in an interview:
“Let’s move beyond just the NUG,”
emphasizing the need for a new elected government after the revolution, one capable of international recognition and effective engagement with major powers like China.
A new federal constitution is reportedly nearing completion. It is expected to supersede the current charter, offering greater clarity and precision, particularly in areas such as separation of powers, territorial demarcation, and federal state-building.
Nonetheless, issues like taxation rights and territorial control between armed groups remain potential sources of conflict.
Former U.S. Ambassador Priscilla Clapp’s concept of “bottom-up federalism” is gaining traction. While it may resemble the American-style federal system, the report notes that achieving full democracy and multiparty systems at the state level may still face serious challenges.
These updates were contributed by Radio NUG correspondents: Tharki, Min Sitt Thway, and Khur Shel.
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