Myanmar Military News Updates – Jul 16, 2025 Morning
๐ฉ๐ฉ 1. Junta Troops in Hpakant Hit by Friendly Fire from Their Own Fighter Jet and Strafed with Machine Gun Fire
July 15
Radio NUG
While close-range clashes were ongoing in Hpakant, Kachin State, between junta troops and the joint forces of Kachin Independence Army (KIA) and Kachin People’s Defense Force (KPDF), a junta fighter jet mistakenly bombed its own ground troops and also opened fire using machine guns, according to People Spring.
The incident occurred around 11:40 AM on July 15, near the monastery compound of Mawmaunglyan village, where junta aircraft conducted an airstrike. Reports indicate that the bombing mistakenly hit their own side.
Eyewitnesses stated that in addition to dropping bombs, the aircraft strafed the area three times with machine gun fire.
The junta is reportedly launching an offensive in the area to regain control of Mawmaung Hill and Lamaung Hill, which are considered strategically vital in the Hpakant theater. In response, KIA and KPDF are launching interception assaults from Mawmaunglyan, Mawwanlay, and A Phote Phon villages.
Heavy junta casualties were reported during the ground fighting, and it was also confirmed that on July 13 at 5:35 PM, junta aircraft had previously bombed A Phote Phon and Mawmaung Hill areas.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 2. Junta Reinforcement Column Attacked near Nat Ein Taung, Four Soldiers Killed Including Unit Commander
July 15
Radio NUG
A reinforcement column from the junta heading toward Nat Ein Taung camp in Yebyu Township, Tanintharyi Region, along the Thai–Myanmar border, was ambushed, resulting in the deaths of four junta soldiers, including the unit commander, according to a statement from the KNU Myeik–Tavoy District.
On July 14 and 15, joint forces comprising KNLA Brigade 4, Brigade 6, and Special Task Force 2 ambushed the advancing junta column composed of five battalions from Kalein Aung Military Region.
During the engagement, Major Aung Ko Hein, the commander of one of the units, was among those killed. Four junta soldiers were captured alive, and various weapons and ammunition were seized.
One of the captured soldiers was reportedly wounded during the battle, and junta troops illegally recovered his weapon and abandoned him at the battlefield with injuries.
The wounded soldier was quoted saying to remaining junta members:
“They [the junta] don’t value our lives. I experienced it firsthand. Don’t expect them to come back for you if you're injured—they won’t evacuate or treat you. They'll leave you behind like they did to me. The best choice is to defect to the revolutionary forces and the people’s side whenever the opportunity arises.”
The wounded soldier was later carried for miles by KNLA and allied troops, who provided medical care in accordance with humanitarian principles and the laws of armed conflict, and is currently under their custody, receiving treatment.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 3. Attack with Handmade Bombs on Administrator and Pro-Junta Pyu Saw Htee Militia in Yangon’s South Dagon Township (Ward 71)
July 15
Radio NUG
In Ward 71 of South Dagon Township, Yangon Region, local resistance network Myopat Kyet (Urban Guerrilla Network) announced that it had carried out a handmade bomb attack targeting the ward administrator and affiliated Pyu Saw Htee pro-junta militia members.
The attack occurred at around 10 PM on July 14, when underground guerrilla fighters within the Myopat Kyet network launched homemade explosive devices, reportedly inflicting serious injuries on three Pyu Saw Htee members.
Additionally, two motorcycles used by the militia were also destroyed by fire.
The Urban Guerrilla Network stated that it strongly condemns the junta's illegal elections and its practice of forcibly conscripting civilians to use as human shields on the frontlines. It also warned that enemy forces will be targeted and eliminated at any time.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 4. Three SNA Troops Killed in Attack on Their Outpost near Myitthaykyin Village, Banmauk Township
July 15
Radio NUG
On July 14, revolutionary forces launched a territorial clearance operation targeting an outpost set up by the Shanni Nationalities Army (SNA) near Myitthaykyin village, Banmauk Township, Katha District, where the SNA had entrenched itself in an effort to expand its territorial control. This was stated in a press release by Katha District Battalion No. (4) (K-4).
During the assault, at least three enemy soldiers were reportedly killed, and one G3 rifle was seized.
One revolutionary fighter sustained injuries, while another sacrificed his life in the battle for the country and the people, the report added.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 5. Junta Soldier Captured after Being Trapped during Clashes While Patrolling in Kyaukkyi
July 15
Radio NUG
A junta soldier who became trapped during a clash in the course of a patrol operation in Kyaukkyi Township, Bago Region, was captured alive, according to a statement from the Spring Warrior Column.
The clash took place as part of a counter-offensive campaign along the Sittaung River Basin, which began on June 26, when joint forces of the KNLA and PDF launched attacks on junta camps in Kyaukkyi Township.
On July 10, following the battle, a junta soldier who had been left behind and trapped during the fighting was captured along with his weapon during area security operations, the report said.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 6. One Civilian Killed, Three Injured in Junta Airstrike near Manping Bridge, Mongngaw Township
July 15
Radio NUG
In Mongngaw Township, within TNLA Brigade 1 territory, Manping Bridge was hit by a junta airstrike, killing one civilian traveler and injuring three others, according to a statement from the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA).
At 12:50 PM on July 15, a junta jet fighter dropped two 250-pound bombs, targeting the bridge area. The explosion caused partial structural damage to Manping Bridge, the report confirmed.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 7. Two Junta Soldiers Defect to Arakan Army in Ann–Padaung Battle Zone
July 15
Radio NUG
In the Ann–Padaung battle zone of Rakhine State, two soldiers from the terrorist junta army—Nay Lin Aung (ID No. PS/134981) and Aung Thet Htun (ID No. PS/127146)—defected to the Arakan Army (AA) on July 9, according to a video statement released by the AA.
In their testimony, they revealed that the military conscription law is being used by the junta to forcibly recruit young people across the country, who are then sent to frontlines and compelled to participate in military operations against their will.
The statement also noted that junta forces are suffering defeats nationwide, losing numerous bases, and facing increasing rates of defection and desertion. Many soldiers are demoralized due to harsh treatment and oppression by their commanding officers.
In the video, the two defectors described forced labor, coercion, and abuse within the military. They explained that those who had been forcibly conscripted, like themselves, had no desire to fight and would defect to ethnic resistance groups whenever given the chance.
The Arakan Army affirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of those who defect, and encouraged any junta soldiers who wish to escape to reach out to nearby AA-controlled areas at any time.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 8. Two New Conscripts Defect from Frontline in Naungcho Township
July 15
Radio NUG
On June 10, two conscripted troops from Batch 10 who had been deployed to a frontline outpost near Tain Pin Hlae Gyi in Naungcho Township deserted their positions and defected to the Kyaukme District Special Operations Force, according to official reports.
They stated that their defection was prompted by rampant drug use within the army, training sessions that encouraged looting of civilian property, and orders that sanctioned sexual violence against civilians—practices they could no longer tolerate.
Although they had initially brought weapons with them, the two explained that they had to abandon them in the forest due to the difficulty of the journey.
The Kyaukme District Special Operations Force has provided them with support and shelter, and is currently arranging for them to reconnect with their families, according to the statement.
These military news summaries were reported by Min Sitt Thway and Khur Shel, correspondents for Radio NUG.
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