The Committee Representing Pyidaungsu Hluttaw (CRPH) and the National Unity Consultative Council (NUCC) jointly declare coup leader Min Aung Hlaing's National Defense and Security Commission as an enemy of Myanmar, the CRPH Security and Defense Committee holds an online meeting with the Ministry of Communications, Information, and Technology of the National Unity Government (NUG) via video conference and the Ministry of Education of the National Unity Government (NUG) vows to punish those responsible for airstrikes on children, students, and teachers.
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1.The Committee Representing Pyidaungsu Hluttaw (CRPH) and the National Unity Consultative Council (NUCC) issued a joint declaration on September 18 to the National Defense and Security Commission, led by coup leader Min Aung Hlaing, as an enemy of the Union of Myanmar. The statement indicated that on February 1, 2021, the military unlawfully detained the president, state counsellor, and elected government officials, seizing power in what has been characterized as a treasonous coup. On March 1, 2021, CRPH had already declared the junta a terrorist organization under the Counter-Terrorism Law. On September 5, 2024, the National Unity Government (NUG) formally designated the junta as the “Enemy of the State.” CRPH and NUCC stressed that all institutions under the junta, including the National Defense and Security Commission, are illegal and terrorist-affiliated organizations. The junta’s previous designations of ethnic revolutionary organizations and revolutionary forces as “terrorist” are invalid and void. All actions and announcements made by the junta and its subordinate bodies have no legal legitimacy. The declaration concluded that the NUG will take further measures against the junta in accordance with the Counter-Terrorism Law.
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2. The CRPH Security and Defense Committee held an online meeting with the Ministry of Communications, Information and Technology of the National Unity Government (NUG) via video conference on September 17. The meeting opened with remarks by Daw Phyu Phyu Thin, Secretary of the CRPH, followed by greetings from Union Minister U Htin Linn Aung and an address by U Nay Myo, Chair of the Security and Defense Committee, explained the purpose of the meeting. At the meeting, the Committee members discussed the technological needs and requirements in the areas of security and defense. The Union Minister provided clarifications and responses. The participants also exchanged views on ways to strengthen cooperation and continue joint efforts to ensure the success of the revolution. The meeting was attended by CRPH secretariat members, the chair, secretary, and members of the Security and Defense Committee, as well as the Union Minister and officials from the Ministry of Communications, Information and Technology.
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3. The Ministry of Education of the National Unity Government (NUG) has announced that all those who ordered or carried out airstrikes on innocent children, students, and teachers will be held fully accountable and punished accordingly. In a statement released on September 12, 2025, the ministry condemned a military airstrike that deliberately targeted schools. At around 1:05 AM on that day, the junta dropped two 500-pound bombs on Tharyat Tabin village, Kyauktaw Township, Arakan State, striking directly in front of Pyinnyar Pann Khin Private High School. Initial reports indicate at least 18 fatalities, including students and children, and over 20 serious injuries. The ministry stressed that commanders, perpetrators, and all collaborators involved in such attacks will face serious and unavoidable consequences, with no possibility of immunity or exemption. It pledged to work with partners to investigate and expose those responsible and ensure they are brought to justice. The NUG also urged the international community to take effective and concrete actions, including sanctions, to stop such atrocities, while supporting the right of children to receive education safely in secure, protected schools.
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4. The Political Prisoners Network – Myanmar (PPNM) announced on September 19 that a political prisoner, Ko Kyaw Lin Aung, died in Thayet Prison, Magway Region, after being denied timely medical treatment. According to the statement, Ko Kyaw Lin Aung began suffering from severe breathing difficulties on September 13 and was transferred to the prison hospital. Despite doctors recommending an urgent referral to an outside hospital due to inadequate facilities, Prison Warden Soe Naung delayed approval until September 15, citing “administrative procedures.” By then, his condition had deteriorated, and he died on September 17 evening. PPNM condemned the authorities for the systematic denial of medical care to political prisoners, a violation of the right to life, and accused prison officials of using regulations as a tool of oppression. The organization noted that at least 20 political prisoners have died in 2025 due to denial of timely treatment and urged an immediate end to these practices, vowing to document and expose those responsible to ensure accountability and justice.
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5. U.S. President Donald Trump designated Myanmar, along with Afghanistan, Bolivia, Colombia, and Venezuela, as countries that have “failed demonstrably” to meet international obligations in combating drug trafficking. The decision was made on September 15 under Section 706(2)(A) of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act and Section 489(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act. According to the U.S. Department of State, Myanmar’s government has made no serious efforts to fulfill its international counter-narcotics commitments. The country remains a major hub for drug production and transit due to both geographic and economic factors, while government inaction has worsened the problem. This designation could affect U.S. aid and cooperation with Myanmar, including military, economic, and political relations. The U.S. warned that without stronger measures to curb drug production and trafficking, Myanmar could face even harsher penalties in the future.
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