Friday, May 20, 2022

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Junta Watch: A Softer Tone to Woo Teachers Back; Harsh Words for the UN, and More

Posted: 20 May 2022 08:31 PM PDT

Also this week, the regime praised China as a model neighbor and warned the Arakan Army its patience has limits as the junta's relations with the group continued to sour.

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Eight Magwe Civilians Killed in Myanmar Junta Raids

Posted: 20 May 2022 05:54 AM PDT

Regime forces are stepping up attacks on the resistance strong-hold of Magwe Region.

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Myanmar Junta’s Threat of Fighting Dismissed as ‘Naked Joke’ by Arakan Army

Posted: 20 May 2022 04:35 AM PDT

The powerful ethnic armed organization was responding to the regime spokesperson's warning of possible future conflict in Rakhine State.

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Myanmar Junta Chief Meets Ethnic Shan Leader for Peace Talks

Posted: 20 May 2022 03:07 AM PDT

Many ethnic armed organizations are boycotting the talks with the regime in the capital Naypyitaw.

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Myanmar Junta Risks War in Rakhine State with Civilian Arrests

Posted: 20 May 2022 02:16 AM PDT

Regime troops are rounding up civilians with alleged links to the Arakan Army.

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Deputy Commander Killed as KNLA Seize Strategic Army Base in Southeast Myanmar

Posted: 20 May 2022 02:10 AM PDT

The battle for Thay Baw Boe camp was another victory for the ethnic Karen fighters who have overrun several army camps in Karen State since last year.

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Myanmar Junta Threatens to Downgrade Australia Ties Over Snub

Posted: 19 May 2022 10:25 PM PDT

The regime said it would mirror Australia's decision to replace its ambassador to Myanmar with a chargé d'affaires.

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Myanmar Junta Reinforcements Spark Heavy Attacks 

Posted: 19 May 2022 06:30 AM PDT

Repeated clashes are being reported in southern Shan State as the regime deploys large numbers of troops to the area. 

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Myanmar Civilian Government to Sell Off More Junta Property

Posted: 19 May 2022 05:53 AM PDT

NUG finance minister U Tin Tun Naing reveals more plans to generate income, including putting 60 military-owned properties in Yangon on sale.

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Secret History of Myanmar Junta Chief’s Inya Mansion

Posted: 19 May 2022 04:33 AM PDT

Min Aung Hlaing's acquisition of the exclusive Yangon residence at 14 Inya Road reveals his greed and corruption.

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Cambodia to Invite Myanmar Junta Defense Minister to Upcoming ASEAN Meeting

Posted: 19 May 2022 02:34 AM PDT

Current ASEAN chair Cambodia has already welcomed some of the regime's top generals to ASEAN meetings despite their involvement in atrocities.

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KNLA Captures Strategic Camp From Myanmar Military Near Thai Border

Posted: 18 May 2022 11:16 PM PDT

Thay Baw Boe in Karen State was used by the military to reinforce frontline troops; the KNLA and allied resistance fighters seized it despite being hit by air strikes.

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