Myanmar Military News Updates – Jul 09, 2025 Morning
๐ฉ๐ฉ 1. KNLA Joint Forces Seize “Thuka” Military Camp on Thai–Myanmar Border
July 8 — Radio NUG
The Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA) and allied forces have successfully seized the Thuka Military Camp, located on the Thai–Myanmar border within the Kawthoolei-administered territory of the Karen National Union (KNU) in Myeik–Dawei District, according to an official statement.
The Thuka–Masottan Defensive Camp, which had been manned by approximately 30 junta troops, was gradually encircled starting in late June. By the time of the final assault on July 7, all junta personnel had reportedly fled across the border into Thailand.
The seizure operation involved the coordinated efforts of the KNLA’s Battalion 10, 12, and 27, as well as the Dawei People’s Liberation Force, the Student Revolutionary Force, the Thagara Column and Drone Unit, Drone Commandos from Bawthoo Army, and Drone Commandos from the Way Hin Unit.
The Thuka Camp is located in Lu Ei Taso Township, formerly the district capital under KNU’s Myeik–Dawei District. It had been overtaken by the Myanmar military in 1997, after which Light Infantry Battalions 22 and 282 had maintained a presence there.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 2. Five Junta Soldiers Killed in Drone Strike Near Milepost 318, Nyaung Htoke Gyi Township
July 8 — Radio NUG
A junta unit stationed near Milepost 318 in Nyaung Htoke Gyi Township, Myingyan District, Mandalay Region, was attacked with aerial bombs dropped from fixed-wing drones, according to a statement released by Battalion 8 of Myingyan District.
On July 8, junta forces stationed at Htein Phala Pagoda in Nyaung Htoke Gyi deployed troops to carry out a covert operation. These troops were subsequently attacked by Shwe Htoo Waw fixed-wing drones, which dropped precision bombs on their concealed positions.
As the bombs exploded directly at the location of the ambush team, five junta soldiers were killed, the report confirmed.
The operation was carried out jointly by Battalion 8 of Myingyan District, along with Battalions 2 and 3 from Meiktila District.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 3. Junta Supply Convoy Attacked with Landmines Near Yaysakyo
July 8 — Radio NUG
A junta supply convoy consisting of 10 civilian vehicles was attacked with landmines while transporting military rations near Yaysakyo Township, Magway Region, according to a statement from the People’s Defense Force (Pa-Ka-Fa) of Yaysakyo Township.
The convoy was reportedly carrying rations—originally delivered by over 20 military vessels via the Chindwin River—intended for three junta battalions based in the area. The rations had been offloaded near the office of retired military officer Nyein Zani.
On July 7, the rations were to be transported using commandeered civilian trucks, which had been assembled and parked near Nyein Zani’s office. Junta troops then drove the convoy themselves.
At approximately 6:00 PM, a group of five anti-personnel mines was detonated from a concealed location near junta ambush points as the convoy passed. One truck was heavily damaged, and casualties were reported.
Detailed information on casualties is still under investigation. The convoy reportedly managed to reach the military bases.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 4. Four Junta Troops Killed in Landmine Attack While Lying in Ambush in Nganzun Township
July 8 — Radio NUG
In Nganzun Township, Myingyan District, Mandalay Region, four junta soldiers were killed in a landmine attack while lying in ambush near a unit that was clearing landmines along the Myothar–Gway Kone road, according to a statement released by the Naga Nyi Guerrilla Force.
On July 6, at around 6:00 AM, over 200 junta troops from Gway Kone Base and Myothar Base—using local civilians as human shields—conducted a demining operation aimed at clearing landmines previously laid by Naga Nyi Guerrilla Force, Myingyan District Battalion 3.
Due to the risk of civilian casualties, the resistance fighters had to temporarily withdraw and allowed the junta forces to remove about 10 landmines. However, two pressure-triggered mines had been deliberately placed in a separate area further away, where a separate junta unit was stationed in ambush.
These two mines were successfully detonated, killing four junta soldiers and seriously injuring two others, according to the statement.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 5. KNDF Battalion 08 Commemorates Four Years of Resistance, Honoring 21 Fallen Fighters
July 8 — Radio NUG
Karenni Nationalities Defence Force (KNDF) Battalion 08 marked its fourth anniversary of armed resistance against the military dictatorship on July 8, declaring that its fight has been sustained through the support of the people.
In a commemorative statement, the battalion announced that over the past four years, 21 brave fighters have made the ultimate sacrifice. In addition, many others have been wounded or suffered life-altering injuries during the resistance.
The statement expressed deep reverence and gratitude for all fallen heroes and those who lost limbs, vowing that the remaining comrades will continue the struggle to the end. KNDF B-08 also thanked individual and collective donors—both inside and outside the country—who provided financial and logistical support that enabled the battalion to function effectively over the four-year period.
The announcement further called on all revolutionary fighters to remain strong and steadfast, and appealed to the public to continue offering solidarity and support as the revolution enters its next phase.
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๐ฉ๐ฉ 6. MBT Announces Successful Production of BT-16 5.56mm Assault Rifle
July 8 — Radio NUG
On July 8, 2025, the Myingyan Black Tiger (MBT) resistance unit announced the successful in-house production of a BT-16 assault rifle, which uses 5.56mm ammunition.
The newly developed BT-16 rifle is already in use by MBT troops in active combat zones and is expected to be deployed further in upcoming operations.
MBT stated that the rifle was jointly developed with the allied group Royal Brother Defence Force (RBDF). The groups plan to continue manufacturing advanced small and heavy weapons in the future.
Each BT-16 rifle costs 3.5 million kyats to produce. MBT added that individual members of the public who sponsor a full rifle will have their names engraved as a commemorative inscription on the weapon itself.
These military reports were compiled and submitted to Radio NUG by correspondents Min Sitt Thway and Khur Shel.
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