This past week, a significant development unfolded in Myanmar's Sagaing Region, capturing the ongoing tension and defiance against the military regime. As the junta, officially known as the State Administration Council (SAC), attempted to …

The generals in Myanmar are once again orchestrating what they term an "election," but for anyone familiar with the country's turbulent political landscape, this is no step towards democracy. Instead, it's a meticulously planned maneuver d…

The past week has seen Myanmar's military regime, officially known as the State Administration Council (SAC) or simply "the junta," embark on a deeply controversial election process. The first phase of voting on Sunday was not a celebratio…

The military junta in Myanmar has reportedly lifted the night-time curfew in Yangon, the country's largest city, just days before it plans to hold widely criticized elections. This move is presented by the military as a sign of "stability,…

The news from Myanmar is a stark reminder of the country's ongoing struggle: the military regime, often called the junta, is pushing ahead with what it terms a "first phase of voting" this Sunday. However, this is far from a free and fair …

It's been another incredibly tough year for Myanmar, with the country continuing its agonizing struggle against military rule. As The Irrawaddy's "2025 in Review" highlights, the past year was marked by familiar challenges: persistent exte…

This week, as Myanmar faces a junta-orchestrated poll, the bustling city of Yangon remains eerily quiet. Instead of vibrant campaigns and public discourse, there's a palpable silence, reflecting widespread voter apathy and a profound disen…

The headlines from Myanmar continue to paint a grim picture, with recent reports highlighting the military junta's aggressive maneuvers to cut off resistance escape routes in the strategically vital Mandalay-Sagaing region. This operation,…

Myanmar remains in a state of profound crisis, and a recent declaration from the military leader, Min Aung Hlaing, has cast a stark light on the deep divisions plaguing the nation. He warned that refusing to participate in the military-hel…

The military junta in Myanmar is once again preparing for what it calls an "election," but for anyone watching Myanmar closely, this feels less like a step towards democracy and more like a grim replay of history. The Irrawaddy news outlet…

The latest reports from Myanmar offer a stark look into the mindset of the military regime's leader, Min Aung Hlaing, revealing his concerns about international "atrocity fatigue" while simultaneously blaming ethnic groups for the ongoing …

The humanitarian crisis in Myanmar is spiraling further out of control, as reports surface of a dramatic surge in civilian casualties. The military regime, often referred to as the junta, is reportedly intensifying its aerial and ground as…

The Norwegian Parliament is currently investigating telecommunications giant Telenor for its controversial handover of sensitive user data during its chaotic exit from Myanmar. This probe comes amid grave concerns that thousands, including…

For those of us watching Myanmar closely, the news cycle often feels like a relentless stream of challenges. Today, we're delving into a particularly dark corner: a recent report indicates that dozens of Russian nationals are believed to b…

Reports suggest that Myanmar's military junta is set to receive advanced Russian-made "suicide drones," specifically Kalashnikov Zala Lancet UAVs. This development, highlighted by Intelligence Online, marks a significant and alarming escal…

The military junta in Myanmar is reportedly planning an election, an event widely seen as nothing more than a carefully orchestrated charade. With the public largely silenced and genuine opposition parties banned or crippled, this upcoming…

Introduction The recent article from The Irrawaddy, "How the Generals Have Enslaved Myanmar," paints a grim picture of the country under military rule. It highlights the increasingly tight grip the Tatmadaw – Myanmar's armed forces – has e…

The tragedy in Myanmar deepens as the military regime, known as the Junta, continues its relentless aerial bombardments across Rakhine State. This comes despite widespread international outrage, particularly following recent attacks on civ…

Myanmar's military regime has just announced the formation of a new anti-scam committee, with the country's Home Affairs Minister, Tun Tun Naung, at its helm. In a surprising twist, the minister insists that the regime itself is a victim o…

The Myanmar military regime, known as the State Administration Council (SAC), recently announced the formation of a high-level, 16-member panel to combat online scam operations. This move comes at a time of intense global scrutiny and pres…

The recent discussions by editors at The Irrawaddy, touching upon the hypothetical post-election landscape in Myanmar, spotlight two critical questions: will political prisoners be freed, and what role, if any, will junta chief Min Aung Hl…

The military junta in Myanmar has recently announced a significant reward of 20 million kyats for information leading to the arrest of three prominent pro-democracy activists: Dr. Tayzar San, Ko Nan Lin, and Ko Khant Wai Phyo. This move co…

The junta chief, Min Aung Hlaing, recently made a stark declaration: Myanmar's military will remain in politics until the country's various ethnic armed organizations (EAOs) "disappear." This statement, reported by The Irrawaddy, has been …

This past year, news from Myanmar's Sagaing Region has taken an alarming turn: cannabis cultivation is rapidly expanding, becoming a new cash crop for desperate farmers. This development is not isolated; it’s a grim symptom of the wider po…

Naval exercises often sound like routine military training, but for Myanmar, the regular joint drills with Russia carry a much darker significance. This news highlights a crucial point: each time Russian ships engage with the Myanmar Navy,…

It seems like every few weeks, a rumor or a news report pops up hinting at a possible dialogue between Myanmar's military junta and the diverse array of resistance groups fighting against it. This past week, such a report sparked a swift a…

The intricate and often confusing landscape of Myanmar's conflict has taken another turn, with recent reports accusing the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA), a prominent ethnic armed organization, of actively protecting Myanmar junta …

The leader of Myanmar's military junta, Min Aung Hlaing, recently declared that "technological superiority," not sheer manpower, is now the deciding factor in modern warfare. This statement, delivered to military graduates, highlights the …

Myanmar's junta leader, Min Aung Hlaing, has reportedly issued a direct order urging civil servants to cast their votes for candidates aligned with the military-backed Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP) in an election scheduled …

In a significant move, Myanmar's military junta, officially known as the State Administration Council (SAC), has established a new committee dedicated to fast-tracking the crucial China-backed Muse-Mandalay railway project. This developmen…