Myanmar Domestic News Updates – Jul 17, 2025 Morning
๐๐ 1. Union Minister Professor Dr. Zaw Wai Soe Calls for Support for the “Safe Schools, Safe Education” Campaign
July 16
Radio NUG
Union Minister for Education, Professor Dr. Zaw Wai Soe, together with the Ministries of Health and Education under the National Unity Government (NUG), has launched a call to action in support of the “Safe Schools, Safe Education” campaign.
“Our five ministries have jointly worked to ensure secure schooling and safe education. However, the fascist military has deliberately targeted schools, children, and teachers. That is why we now need to further strengthen safety measures.
At this time, we are implementing the Safe Schools, Safe Education campaign with objectives such as establishing an early warning system, ensuring strong and reliable bomb shelters in every school, and providing adequate medical treatment for those injured.
This fundraising campaign aims to prevent the loss of our students—our future—and to allow teachers to educate in safety. I invite everyone to take part in this campaign.
On the ground, we currently have over 6,000 schools and more than 900,000 students. This campaign is part of our ongoing efforts to support them.
I call on all people of Myanmar, both domestic and abroad, and the international community to join us in protecting Myanmar’s future—our students—from the airstrikes carried out by the war-crime-committing military forces,” said Dr. Zaw Wai Soe.
The campaign, which sets a fundraising goal of USD 400,000, runs from July 15 to August 31.
The public is invited to contribute and support the campaign to ensure that children in Myanmar can continue learning safely in schools that uphold child protection standards.
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๐๐ 2. Union Minister Naw Susanna Hla Hla Soe Attends First Gender Task Force Meeting
July 16
Radio NUG
At 10:00 AM on July 16, the first coordination meeting of the Gender Task Force, established under the National Unity Government's Gender Equality Policy, was held, according to reports.
Union Minister for Women, Youth and Children Affairs, Naw Susanna Hla Hla Soe, attended the inaugural Gender Task Force meeting.
The meeting concluded with decisions to conduct gender analysis training and to review existing ministerial policies through a gender analysis lens, according to sources.
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๐๐ 3. Ambassador U Kyaw Moe Tun Submits Letter to UN Secretary-General Highlighting Worsening Humanitarian Crisis in Myanmar due to Military’s Atrocities
July 16
Radio NUG
Ambassador U Kyaw Moe Tun has sent a letter to the UN Secretary-General, emphasizing that over 53 months have passed since the illegal military coup in Myanmar, and yet the people continue to suffer under the military’s brutal atrocities.
According to the letter:
- 6,962 civilians have been killed by the military.
- Tens of thousands have been arbitrarily detained and tortured.
- Over 3.5 million people have been displaced from their homes.
- More than 20 million are in urgent need of humanitarian aid.
From January to May 2025 alone:
- 235 women, 193 men, and 105 children were killed in airstrikes.
- Sagaing Region suffered the worst casualties, with 130 deaths.
- Rakhine State recorded 68 deaths.
In addition:
- 88 civilians died from artillery shelling.
- Magway Region recorded the highest artillery casualties with 16 deaths.
During May alone, military airstrikes caused:
- 203 civilian deaths, including 47 children.
- 128 human rights violations in Sagaing Region.
- 71 airstrikes in Mandalay Region.
- 54 airstrikes in Sagaing Region.
The military destroyed:
- 341 houses,
- 17 schools,
- 12 Buddhist religious buildings, and
- 6 clinics.
The report also highlighted:
- 122 incidents of extrajudicial killings,
- 119 cases of property destruction,
- 50 instances of forced labor,
- 38 forced displacements, and
- 33 arbitrary arrests.
From February 2021 to February 2025, 221 journalists were arrested, and 51 are still imprisoned.
Political prisoners continue to face severe limitations in accessing necessary healthcare.
On the other hand, resistance forces have gained territory, shot down junta fighter jets, and seized four junta bases along the Thai-Myanmar border.
The letter concluded with a strong appeal:
“In order to end the suffering of the Myanmar people, the international community—particularly the UN Security Council—must take decisive action. Only by cutting off the military's access to weapons, jet fuel, and funding can Myanmar return to the path of democracy and rebuild a peaceful future.”
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๐๐ 4. Mon-Tavoy Forces Convene and Agree to Strengthen Future Collaboration
July 16
Radio NUG
A meeting between Mon and Tavoy (Tanintharyi) revolutionary forces was held from July 11 to 12, 2025, in a liberated area, led by the New Ramanya Federal Force (NRFF), according to an official release.
Participants from the Mon side included:
- Mon State Federal Council (MSFC)
- Mon State Revolutionary Force (MSRF)
- Mon State Defense Force (MSDF)
- Mon State Students’ Union
- Various Mon women’s organizations
- Civil society organizations within Mon State
- Individual representatives.
From the Tavoy side, representatives from local civil society organizations were also in attendance.
Over the course of the two-day discussions, participants exchanged views on the political and military situations and the humanitarian needs in the Mon and Tavoy regions. They also reached a mutual agreement to strengthen future cooperation and joint operations.
It was noted that earlier in 2024, the NRFF had also co-organized a Mon-Tanintharyi youth conference in partnership with Tanintharyi resistance forces.
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๐๐ 5. Perpetrators of Hlataw Village Machete Attack Arrested; Legal Action Underway
July 16
Radio NUG
According to a statement from the People’s Administration Committee (PaKaPha) of Wetlet Township, Sagaing Region, 11 suspects involved in a machete attack in Hlataw Village have been arrested. Among them are two members of the local PaKaPha, and legal proceedings are being initiated.
On the night of July 13 at around 11:30 PM, an armed group stormed a house in Hlataw Village and committed a brutal machete attack. Ko Nyaung Pin Gyi, the homeowner, was stabbed three times and died from his injuries.
Due to the timely receipt of information, PaKaPha and PaAhPha units were alerted that same night. By 4:00 AM, units from Uyinma Village successfully arrested three primary suspects—Pu Tu Ma, Jam Jam, and Be Lei.
Further arrests were made by township and local PaKaPha units:
- Thihah, Man Lay, Kyoun Net, and Aung Myo were apprehended by the Don Taik Kone PaKaPha.
- Mat Gyi and Tut Pi (a member of the Thakhut Taw PaKaPha) were arrested by the Kyauk Taing PaKaPha/PaAhPha.
- Pauk Sa and Lay Pwe (a member of Kyee Kan PaKaPha) were captured by the Let Hlote Taung PaKaPha in Depayin Township.
Confiscated items included:
- 13 mobile phones
- 1 MA-1 rifle
- 1 AK-47 rifle
- 3 handmade short guns
- 16 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition
- 15 rounds of 5.56mm ammunition
- 7 rounds of 9mm ammunition
- 5 short knives
- 4 motorcycles
- Cash totaling MMK 9,615,000
- 1 MAB Bank card
- 35 SIM cards worth MMK 1,000 each
- 1 SIM card worth MMK 3,000
The suspects were handed over to the Wetlet Township PaKaPha along with the seized evidence. Interrogations were conducted by the township spokesperson and the Investigation Officer (IO) from Shwebo District Battalion (1), during which the suspects confessed to the crime.
Of the 11 arrested:
- 2 were local PaKaPha members
- 1 belonged to the Meiktila Battalion's Doan Unit
- 1 is under organizational review
- 3 are civilians
- 4 are unaffiliated armed individuals with no official organizational ties
All have been transferred to the Wetlet Township People’s Security Team for further prosecution and legal proceedings.
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๐๐ 6. "I Respect and Admire the Endurance and Capability of the People Participating in the Revolution," Says Ko Htein Linn, the Youngest Son of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi
July 16
Radio NUG
Ko Htein Linn, the youngest son of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, expressed his deep respect and admiration for the endurance and capability of the people who are participating in the ongoing revolution.
He stated:
“After successfully concluding the events commemorating my mother’s 80th birthday, I decided to take a short break from social media to reflect on everything I’ve done so far. During these more than four years—nearly five—since my mother was unjustly arrested and detained, both I and all those who love her have been doing our best for her.”
Ko Htein Linn acknowledged that the revolutionary journey, now entering its fifth year, has not been easy for those involved:
“We are all exhausted. But stay strong—we’ll continue running this race together. We will face and overcome every challenge that lies ahead.”
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๐๐ 7. Final Funeral Ceremony Held for Sayadaw Shwe Nyawa
July 16
Radio NUG
The final funeral rites for Sayadaw Shwe Nyawa were held on July 16 at 4:30 PM at Shwe Nyawa Monastery in Mawbi, where he had been observing Buddhist retreat (vassa).
Sayadaw had devoted over 40 years to serving the Dhamma and the welfare of the Myanmar people. Sadly, due to the brutality and oppression of the military junta, he was not given access to full and proper treatment for his liver disease, and passed away prematurely.
The funeral was attended by large numbers of devotees from both near and far. The event was solemn yet dignified.
The ashes of Sayadaw will be scattered into the Yangon River on the morning of July 17 at 7:00 AM as part of a ceremonial offering.
In response to the Sayadaw’s passing, expressions of condolences were sent by the U.S. Embassy, Spring Revolution allies, and the Association of Former Political Prisoners. Various social organizations also sent flower garlands and wreaths in tribute.
These reports were submitted by Radio NUG correspondents Thaki, Ma Kye Mon, and Kharshel.
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