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Research briefings and notable developments on the Spring Revolution and federal union-building
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Formation of the New Sagaing Brigade by MDY-PDF
The People’s Defense Force - Mandalay (MDY-PDF) announced on December 30 that a new brigade has been formed to accelerate operations in Sagaing Division in 2025.
NUG Declares Parole Release for New Year's Eve
The National Unity Government of Myanmar (NUG) announced on January 1 that it has been granted unconditional amnesty under Section 401, Sub Section 1, to 169 prisoners serving sentences in various prisons and detention centers in the interests of the Spring Revolution, and with the emphasis on peace of the people and humanity.
Formation of the Bamar Army to represent the Bamar people
The Central Committee of the Bamar Army has announced the formation of the“Bamar Army” on January 1, 2025, to represent the Bamar people in the emergence of the Bamar state by holding the Panglong spirit as a political principle.
Ta'arng (Palaung) National Party Declares Involvement in TPCC Political Road Map
The Ta'arng (Palaung) National Party announced on December 27 that it would oppose the sham election that the military junta would hold and that it would cooperate in every step of the political road map that will be implemented by the Ta’ang Political Consultative Committee (TPCC).
Arakan Army Seizes Control of Gwa City in Southern State
The Arakan Army (AA) announced that it had been able to take control of the 562nd and 563rd Light Infantry Battalions based in Gwa, which is the southern tip of Rakhine State, on December 29.
ULA/AA Expresses Readiness for Political Resolution
On December 29, the United League of Arakan/Arakan Army (ULA/AA) stated that it was always ready to resolve the domestic affairs and situation through political rather than military means.
Completely captures of Western Military Command (Ann), Mindat, and Kanpetlet
In the third week of December, the Western Military Command of the terrorist military regime in Ann township, Rakhine State, and Mindat and Kanpetlet townships were completely captured by the Arakan Army (AA) and the Chin Brotherhood (CB).
Myanmar-owned, Myanmar-led Solution" Position Paper Issued by 260 Civil Society Organizations
The 'Myanmar-owned, Myanmar-led Solution' position paper, which includes six key points that go beyond the five ASEAN consensus principles established for Myanmar's situation, was signed and issued by 260 Myanmar civil society organizations.
Four Mon Armed Organizations Unite to Establish a Single Army
It was stated on December 19 that the four local-based armed organizations that are fighting against the terrorist military regime in Mon State have agreed to implement the emergence of a single Mon Army.
The 10-point Positions of the Second Congress of the CDM
The 10-point position was released on December 11 after the 2nd CDM Civil Servants Conference was held for four days from December 7 to 10.
KNDF takes action against three people responsible for the death of 18 medics
The Karenni Nationalities Defence Force (KNDF) stated on December 14 that a school principal, a physical training instructor, and a training assistant responsible for the deaths of 18 medic trainees who had attended in Frontline Combat Medic, had been sentenced to prison for a conspicuous offense by the Central Military Tribunal.
NUCC Condemns Russia for Sending Weapons for Election Reasons
The National Unity Consultative Council (NUCC) stated on December 14 that it condemned the Russian government’s deployment of armed forces to Myanmar to assist in the Sham election by the military junta and to protect Russian citizens and the Sham election.
NUG Launches Regional Military Command in Ayeyarwady
The Regional Military Command - Ayeyarwady of the People's Defense Force under the authority of the Ministry of Defense of the National Unity Government (NUG) issued a statement No. (1/2024) December 12 stated that it had formulated column, battalion, and strategies step by step and would make a formal declaration on defense.
KNU to Collaborate with Thailand on Umphang Explosion Investigation
On December 14, the Central Standing Committee of the Karen National Union (KNU) stated that it would cooperate with Thai authorities in the investigation of the bombing at the annual Doi Loi Fa festival on December 13 in Umphang, Tak district, Thailand.
KNDF Presents Evidence on Toxic Gas Attack by Military Regime
The Karenni Nationalities Defense Force (KNDF) stated on December 13th along with the evidence that during the fighting on December 7th and 8th near Moebye township between Karenni and Shan states, the terrorist military group used S-HPOS branded toxic gas tablets in a drone-launched bombing.
ULA/AA Claims Entire Control over the Maungdaw
The Arakan National League/Arakanese Army (ULA/AA) announced on December 10 that it had taken complete control of Border Guard Police Battalion No.5, based in Maungdaw Township, Rakhine State, after a 55-day offensive on December 8.
Four PDFs Sentenced for the Death of Pyu Saw Tee Min Min Under IHL/IHR
On December 5, the Beikthano People’s Defense Army announced that four members of the Force were sentenced to one year in prison for violating International Humanitarian Law and International Human Rights Law because of killing Min Min, a member of Pyu Saw Htee, the leader of the Patriotic Association of Myanmar on the Nay Phi Daw - Kanpyar road on November 29.
Three Key Requests for Myanmar Workers from the NUG to Thailand
On December 4, the National Unity Government sent an appeal to the Thai government, requesting that despite the relaxation of the residency rights for Burmese, three elements would cause difficulties.
MNDAA Communique: Six Key Elements for Political Resolution
On December 3, the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) Military Committee issued a six-point position and attitude for the sympathy of the people who suffered from the war, the stabilization of the China-Myanmar border, a political solution to the internal military conflicts and the practical development of peace in the region.
Clarification from Salin People’s Administration Team: Not Associated with Death Penalty
On December 1, the public notice stated that the decision to execute U Sa, the alleged rapist and murderer that happened in Gon Nyin New village, Salin Township, Minbu District, Magway region, was made by the unanimous consent of Heineken, the humanitarian officer of the Salin Township, and was not related to the Township People’s Administration Team, and it was issued in the name of the Township People’s Administration Team Officer, Hnin Si.
Termination of the collaboration between Federal Wings and NUG
The Federal Wings Drone Force announced on December 3 that as of October 6, 2024, collaboration with the Ministry of Communications, Information and Technology (MOCIT) under the National Unity Government (NUG) has been mutually suspended.
NUG-K2C Pledges Cooperation with ICC Regarding Military Regime Leader's Arrest Order
The NUG-K2C issued a joint statement on November 30 that it would accelerate all efforts of cooperation in applying for an arrest warrant at the International Criminal Court (ICC) against the terrorist military leader, General Min Aung Hlaing for crimes against the Rohingya.
KIO announces the Dissolution of the Kachin Special Region (1)
The Central Committee of the Kachin Independence Organization (KIO) announced that the Kachin Special Region 1 which was to maintain the power of successive military dictatorships, was abolished as of November 28. The declaration was made after the KIA captured the town of Kan Paik Ti, the last remnant of the former Kachin Special Region (1), which Zahkung Ting Ying led on November 20.
ULA/AA Successfully Captures Entirety of Toungup
The Arakan Army (ULA/AA) stated on November 28 that Toungup City, Rakhine State was under full control on November 24 after 17 days of offensive to capture the city.
