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06/20/2026

AA Deputy Commander-in-Chief Sends Birthday Message to Aung San Suu Kyi

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June 20, 2026

The Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Arakkha Army (AA), Dr. Nyo Tun Aung, has sent a birthday message to Daw Aung San Suu Kyi in commemoration of her 81st birthday, which fell on June 19.

Her younger son, Ko Kim Aris (also known as Htein Lin), shared the message on his page, expressing his appreciation. "Reading Dr. Nyo Tun Aung's letter truly touched my heart," he wrote, thanking him for the thoughtful message.

In his letter, Dr. Nyo Tun Aung encouraged revolutionary forces and the people of Myanmar to remain united and steadfast in their struggle.

«"Brothers and sisters, stay strong. Let us remain united and continue toward our shared goal with unwavering determination and a spirit that never gives up until victory is achieved," he wrote.»

He also extended a warm invitation to Kim Aris to visit the Arakkha region once peace returns to Myanmar, writing, "When peace finally comes to our country, let us meet at one of the most beautiful places in Arakkha." He further expressed his hope that Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and her son would be reunited as soon as possible.

In response, Kim Aris thanked those who remembered his mother's 81st birthday. However, he said that more than four years after the military coup, there is still no reliable evidence regarding Daw Aung San Suu Kyi's current condition.

«"More than four years after the coup, we still do not know whether my mother, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, is alive," he said.»

Kim Aris also expressed his gratitude to the people of Myanmar and the international community for continuing to stand by his mother and keeping her in their thoughts. He added that he still holds hope that he will one day be reunited with her.

He also urged the public and the international community to continue asking the simple question: "Where is Daw Aung San Suu Kyi?"

06/18/2026

Eight locals killed, eighteen injured, and Numerous Homes Destroyed in Kyauktaw by the military commission bombing.

06/18/2026

"Voice of a trader who lost over (200 million kyats) worth of goods and shop in the terrorist Myanmar military's bombing of Kyauktaw Town"

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06/18/2026

Eight Civilians, Including a Child, Killed and At Least 18 Injured in Jet Airstrikes on Kyauktaw

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June 18, 2026

Eight civilians, including a seven-year-old child, were killed and at least 18 others injured after Myanmar military jet fighters carried out airstrikes on residential neighborhoods and a temporary market in Kyauktaw, Rakhine State, on the afternoon of June 17, according to local sources.

The airstrikes were reportedly conducted by three military jet aircraft, which dropped four bombs on four locations in Kyauktaw town, including Paikthe Ward, Ywarma Ward, Kata-3 Street, and the Fire-Ground area.

In addition, three military jets reportedly dropped around seven bombs on three civilian areas in Lanmadaw Village, located across the river from Kyauktaw, as well as the village clinic and the Lanmadaw temporary market.

According to local reports, the attacks killed eight civilians, including a seven-year-old child and a 78-year-old woman, while at least 18 others sustained injuries.

Among the injured was a nine-month-old infant. At least four of the wounded were reported to be in critical condition.

The bombardment also caused extensive property damage. Numerous homes in Kyauktaw town were destroyed by fire, while six houses in Lanmadaw Village, the village clinic, and the entire temporary market were burned down.

Local sources say that, as fighting continues in the Rakhine region, the Myanmar military has increasingly carried out airstrikes on civilian-populated areas, including residential neighborhoods, markets, hospitals, and villages, using multiple aircraft and large numbers of bombs.

The Arakan People's Revolutionary Government and the Arakan Army (AA) have urged residents to remain highly vigilant against the growing threat of airstrikes, citing the continued targeting of civilian areas.
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06/17/2026

Five-Year-Old Child Kidnapped and Murdered at Balukhali Refugee Camp in Bangladesh

June 17, 2026

The body of a five-year-old child who had been kidnapped was recovered on June 14 at the Balukhali Refugee Camp in Cox's Bazar District, Bangladesh, according to local sources.

The victim was identified as Alham, the son of Mr. Tabarat Hussain, a resident of Block No. 9 of the refugee camp. The child was reportedly abducted on June 4, after which the kidnappers demanded a ransom of 300,000 Bangladeshi taka from the family. Although the parents paid the requested amount, the kidnappers later demanded an additional 80,000 taka, which the family also paid.

The ransom payments were made through bKash, Bangladesh's mobile financial service. Investigators were reportedly able to identify the kidnapper as a Bengali man residing inside the refugee camp.

After the family reported the case to the Armed Police Battalion (APBN), the suspect was arrested. However, he allegedly escaped from police custody due to security lapses. On the afternoon of June 14, authorities discovered that the suspect had allegedly murdered the child and dumped the body in a drainage canal outside the camp.

According to local reports, refugees in the camps in Bangladesh continue to face serious security threats due to the activities of extremist Islamist militant groups and criminal gangs. Refugees have also criticized the Bangladeshi authorities for what they describe as inadequate security measures and ineffective action against armed groups operating in the camps.

Calls are now growing for justice for the murdered child, the immediate re-arrest and prosecution of the suspect, and a thorough investigation into the case.

Local sources further claim that kidnappings, robberies, and other criminal activities carried out by Islamist militant armed groups continue to occur in the Bengali refugee camps in Bangladesh.

06/15/2026

HDCO Donates MMK 5.3 Million to Support Ambulance Purchase for Myo Chit Youth Foundation

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June 15, 2026

The Humanitarian and Development Cooperation Office (HDCO) has donated MMK 5.3 million to the Myo Chit Youth Foundation to support the purchase of an ambulance, enabling the organization to strengthen its emergency medical services for communities across the Arakkha region.

According to reports, the donation was made using funds contributed by generous donors from both inside and outside the country. The contributions were initially entrusted to writer and philanthropist Wai Hun Aung, who later transferred the funds to HDCO for donation to the Myo Chit Youth Foundation. The information was shared on Wai Hun Aung's social media page.

The donation is intended to help the foundation purchase an ambulance so it can provide more effective emergency patient transportation and medical assistance.

An ambulance plays a vital role in ensuring that patients experiencing medical emergencies can be transported to hospitals promptly, improving access to timely healthcare for local communities.

However, many areas still face a shortage of ambulances. As a result, social welfare organizations and volunteer donors continue to work together to raise funds for additional emergency vehicles.

The Rakhine Myo Chit Youth Foundation has consistently carried out humanitarian activities, including transporting patients for medical treatment, rescuing civilians injured in airstrikes, and providing various forms of emergency assistance to local communities.

Photo: Wai Hun Aung

06/15/2026

Eight Dead, Two Missing After Motorboat Capsizes in Ponnagyun Township

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June 15, 2026

A motorboat carrying passengers capsized near the suspension bridge in Kyin Chaung, Ponnagyun Township, Arakkha, at around 11:45 a.m. on June 15, leaving eight people dead and two others missing.

According to available information, the boat was traveling from Masae Village, Rathedaung Township, to Kyauktaw for a shopping trip when the accident occurred.

Rescue teams reported that the victims included five women and three men, while one man and one woman remain missing. Search and rescue operations are continuing.

The boat was carrying 35 passengers at the time of the accident. Twenty-four people survived, including three men who were taken to the hospital for emergency medical treatment.

Arakkha is a region with numerous rivers and waterways. During the early monsoon season, strong winds and rough waters frequently increase the risk of boat accidents.

Authorities have therefore urged motorboat operators not to overload their vessels beyond safe carrying capacity.

The Arakkha Public Government's Department of Transport has also advised boat owners and passengers to check weather conditions before traveling, wear life jackets throughout their journey, and avoid overloading boats with passengers or cargo.

Photo: ONN

06/13/2026

Arakkha Thwee Chin Journal Released for Sale at MMK 15,000

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June 13, 2026

The Arakkha Thwee Chin Journal, published in the Rakhine language, Volume 1, Issue No. 1, will be printed and distributed for public purchase, according to an announcement released by the Arakkha State Writers' Association (Central) on June 12.

According to U Naung Aye, Chairman of the Arakkha State Writers' Association (Central), the journal is being reprinted using photocopying and duplication methods due to production requirements. As a result, the paper quality and printing colors may differ slightly from those of the original edition. He shared this information through his social media account.

The association stated that each copy is priced at MMK 15,000. The journal is available for purchase at the Arakkha State Writers' Association (Central) Office and Kawi Kyaw Bookstore. Customers ordering five or more copies may need to wait approximately one week for delivery.

The first issue of the Arakkha Thwee Chin Journal was initially published in April 2026. It includes a foreword by Dr. Nyo Tun Aung, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Arakkha Army, along with seven opening poems, four additional poems, ten feature articles, five essays, two short stories, six news reports, and a collection of cartoons.

The journal is intended to be published regularly in the Rakhine language. Its primary focus will be on the literature, history, culture, traditions, and social life of the Rakhine people and other ethnic communities living throughout the Arakkha region.

In addition, the publication will feature content on environmental issues, education, healthcare, politics, and military affairs, presented through a variety of literary forms, including poetry, short stories, essays, feature articles, and cartoons.

The Arakkha State Writers' Association (Central) has also invited literature enthusiasts, writers, and aspiring authors to contribute their own works in the Rakhine language across various literary genres.

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06/13/2026

Myanmar Junta Intensifies Offensive to Regain Kalay–Tamu Trade Route Near Indian Border

June 13, 2026

Myanmar's military junta has intensified efforts to regain control of the Kalay–Tamu section of National Trade Route No. 1, a key highway linking Myanmar and India in Sagaing Region, according to local sources.

The offensive reportedly began on June 8, when junta troops based in Tamu Township launched a large-scale assault on Nan Mun Tar Village, an area along the Kalay–Tamu road that has been under the control of resistance forces.

"The fighting remains intense as of today," a local source told Zalen. "Nan Mun Tar, Khum Mun Nwe Village, and Yan Lin Phai have already been affected by the fighting. Clashes are now continuing around Witut. It is still unclear how the situation will develop, but civilians have already fled the area."

Military sources said the junta had begun preparations for the operation on June 4, with ground forces launching their advance on June 6.

According to the same sources, resistance forces lost a small frontline outpost near Yan Lin Phai on June 11 after junta troops carried out an assault with superior manpower.

Local sources said the military's renewed offensive comes after junta leader Min Aung Hlaing returned from a visit to India. They believe the operation is aimed at re-establishing control over the Kalay–Tamu section of the India–Myanmar border trade route, one of the country's principal overland trade corridors with India.

Source: S-P

Photo Caption: Bridge on National Trade Route No. 1 along the India–Myanmar border.

Photo: Social Media

06/13/2026

ISP-Myanmar Executive Director Min Zin Reportedly Detained by China on National Security Allegations

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June 13, 2026

Chinese authorities have reportedly detained U.S. citizen and Myanmar political analyst Min Zin, the Executive Director of the Institute for Strategy and Policy – Myanmar (ISP-Myanmar), on allegations of endangering China's national security, according to a report by The New York Times.

Min Zin, a doctoral student at the University of California, Berkeley, reportedly disappeared after arriving in Kunming, the capital of China's Yunnan Province, which borders Myanmar. Sources familiar with the matter said he had been missing since June 3 and have since confirmed that he is being held by Chinese authorities. U.S. diplomatic officials are also said to be aware of the case.

The detention of a U.S. citizen on national security charges is considered highly unusual in China. The incident comes less than three weeks after U.S. President Donald Trump visited Beijing amid efforts by both Washington and Beijing to emphasize cooperation over confrontation and to build a more stable bilateral relationship.

According to the Dui Hua Foundation, which advocates for the release of prisoners in China, around 200 U.S. citizens are currently subject to detention, imprisonment, or exit bans in China, primarily over drug-related offenses or commercial disputes. However, Min Zin is reportedly the only American currently known to be detained on national security allegations.

Responding to the reports on Thursday, the U.S. Department of State said it was aware of the detention of an American citizen in China and reaffirmed that it provides appropriate consular assistance whenever U.S. nationals are detained abroad. The department declined to release further details, citing privacy protections.

A U.S. official reportedly noted that while Chinese authorities have expressed interest in maintaining strategic stability in bilateral relations, the detention of an American citizen could undermine those efforts.

The reasons behind Min Zin's detention remain unclear. However, he is widely recognized for his research and writings on Myanmar's political developments and China's role in the country. He has contributed articles to major international publications, including The New York Times and Foreign Policy, analyzing Myanmar's political crisis, the military's crackdown, and the growing participation of Generation Z in the country's armed resistance movement.

ISP-Myanmar, led by Min Zin, is an independent research organization specializing in Myanmar's strategic, political, and public policy issues. Originally based in Yangon, the organization has relocated its operations following Myanmar's 2021 military coup.

Min Zin has lived and worked in both Myanmar and the United States for many years and is currently based in Thailand. He was reportedly scheduled to speak at a geopolitical forum in Nepal later this month before his reported detention by Chinese authorities.
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