1. Acting President of the National Unity Government, Duwa Lashi La, visited the officer training ceremony of the People’s Defense Force (PDF) and gave a speech of encouragement
On June 20, Acting President Duwa Lashi La’s social network reported that Acting President of the National Unity Government, Duwa Lashi La, visited the officer training ceremony of the People’s Defense Force (PDF).
“Acting President Duwa Lashi La visited the officer training ceremony of the People’s Defense Force (PDF) of the Ministry of Defence of the National Unity Government,” it stated.
The ceremony was reportedly held in a liberated area and people’s defense trainees from all over the country participated.
2. The Minister of Home Affairs and Immigration wished the Chin State Police to be able to cooperate with the Federal Union Police in the future, which can be respected and trusted by the public and provide full service to the public
The Minister of Home Affairs and Immigration, U Lwin Ko Latt, wished the Chin State Police in the future to be able to cooperate with the Federal Union Police, which can be respected and trusted by the public and provide full service to the public.
On June 20, the Union Minister said in a message sent to the graduation ceremony of Chin State People’s Police State Level Basic Investigation Course (1/2023).
“In this course, I also commend the teaching of subjects such as basic military operations, investigation, international law, human rights, federal police system, international police ethics and law. I wish the Chin State Police to be able to cooperate with the Federal Union Police, which can be respected and trusted by the public in the future,” said the minister.
The Chin State People’s Police maintains a friendly alliance with the People’s Police Force under the Ministry of Home Affairs and Immigration of the National Unity Government and cooperates deeply in matters of law enforcement, training and information exchange.
3. Union Minister Dr. Win Myat Aye said that she is proud of the people who participated in the flower strike campaign
Union Minister Dr. Win Myat Aye announced through social media on June 20 that he is grateful and proud of the people who participated in the flower strike campaign.
“It is surprising and commendable that the people participated on their own. We are grateful and proud of the people’s participation. Everyone is a revolutionary,” said the union minister.
On June 19, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s 78th birthday, the public participated in a flower strike campaign.
4. Funds received for State Counselor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s birthday donation were provided to the local residents whose house were burned by the terrorist military council
On June 20, the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management (MOHADM) announced that donations to commemorate the birthday of State Counselor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi were provided to local residents whose houses were burned by the terrorist military council.
The NUG Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management provided funds, donated by local and overseas donors for the 78th birthday of State Counselor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, who was unjustly arrested and imprisoned by the junta, to local residents whose houses were burned down by the terrorist military council in Magway Region on June 19, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s birthday.
It is reported that the donations were handed over to the people through the Township People’s Defense Organization (PaKaFa) and Township People’s Administrative Bodies (PaAFa), who are in charge of the local people’s administration.
5. Encourage people to purchase handmade bags made by CDMs
On June 20, Union Minister of Women, Youth and Children Affairs Naw Susanna Hla Hla Soe said to encourage the purchase of handmade bags created by CDMs.
“These are cute little bags made by CDMs. You can made purchase through Messenger,” Union Minister said.
The Ministry of Women, Youth and Children’ Affairs teaches vocational training to war refugees and CDM employees, and produces handicraft products.
6. A total of 357 people were taken hostage by the terrorist military, with 65 in Mandalay Division and 60 in Yangon Division
On June 20, according to the data collected by the AAPP (Assistance Association for Political Prisoners), there were 357 people who were taken hostage by the terrorist military junta across the country, with 65 in Mandalay Division and 60 in Yangon Division.
“Between February 2021 and June 20, 2023, the junta arrested (357) people as hostages across the country, with Mandalay Region reporting the highest number of hostages, with (65) people, followed by Yangon Region with (60) people,” it stated.
Since the coup in 2021 to June 20, 2023, a total of (23,386) people were arrested and among them, (19,044) are currently under detention, (6,457) of whom are serving sentences.
7. 4 long-range rockets were fired at Zeephyukone (Pyu) Village, Pale Township
On June 20, the Yinmarbin District Battalion-19 (Pale Jokers PDF) informed the military news that they attacked the village of Zeephyukone (Pyu) in Pale Township, Sagaing Region, with 4 long-range rockets.
“On June 19, at 8:30 p.m., Pale Jokers Battalion No. 19 (Pale Jokers PDF) attacked the Zephyukone (Pyu) Village, Pale Township, with 4 long-range rockets,” it stated.
The defense forces were able to retreat unharmed after firing, and the damage from the military council side is still under investigation.
8. Defense forces attacked a junta checkpoint between East Chaukkan Village and West Chaukkan Village, Pakokku Township
On June 20, Myaing PaKaFa informed the military news that defense forces attacked a junta checkpoint between East Chaukkan Village and West Chaukkan Village, Pakokku Township.
“At about 1:30 p.m. on June 19, defense forces attacked a junta checkpoint between East Chaukkan Village and West Chaukkan Village, Pakokku Township. We were able to shoot at 2 soldiers who were about 80 meters away until they fell, and a total of 5 people were injured,” it stated.
The attack was jointly carried out by the Burma Revolution Ranger, Zarmani Drone Force, Chauk Guerrilla Force, Black Dragon, PPDF, Squadron-3 of Myaing Battalion-1 and Bo Ta Htaung Guerrilla Force.
9. Minbu District PDF Battalion-3 attacked and destroyed Tapwin Village police station in Sidoktaya Township and captured 2 Pyu Saw Htee members as prisoners of war
On June 20, the military headquarters of the People’s Defense Force (PDF) Army announced the military news that Minbu District PDF Battalion-3 attacked and destroyed Tapwin Village police station in Sidoktaya Township and captured 2 Pyu Saw Htee members as prisoners of war.
It stated that on June 15, around 5:45 p.m., Minbu District PDF Battalion-3 attacked about 40 junta troops from IB 253, IB 254, IB 255, DI 20, and Pyu Saw Htee members, stationed at Tapwin Village police station in Sidoktaya Township, Minbu District, Magway Division.
During the battle, the enemy soldiers left the camp and ran away. 2 Pyu Saw Htee members were captured as prisoners of war, and a motorcycle and some food were seized.
It is reported that the People’s Defense Forces were able to burn down the camp abandoned by the enemy and successfully retreat without harm.
10. On World Refugee Day, Indonesian citizens protest in front of the ASEAN office for Myanmar affairs
On World Refugee Day, Indonesian nationals protested in front of the ASEAN office for Myanmar affairs.
On June 20, LOCOA Indonesian members held a rally for the Myanmar people who are suffering due to the military dictatorship.
They called for an immediate stop to the military council’s oppression and killings against Myanmar citizens and for the international community to take action against the military council.
On June 19, Aung San Suu Kyi’s 78th birthday celebration held in Norway was supported by Ukrainians in Norway.
- Acting President of the National Unity Government, Duwa Lashi La, visited the officer training ceremony of the People’s Defense Force (PDF) and gave a speech of encouragement
- The Minister of Home Affairs and Immigration wished the Chin State Police to be able to cooperate with the Federal Union Police in the future, which can be respected and trusted by the public and provide full service to the public
- Union Minister Dr. Win Myat Aye said that she is proud of the people who participated in the flower strike campaign
- Funds received for State Counselor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s birthday donation were provided to the local residents whose house were burned by the terrorist military council
- Encourage people to purchase handmade bags made by CDMs
- A total of 357 people were taken hostage by the terrorist military, with 65 in Mandalay Division and 60 in Yangon Division
- 4 long-range rockets were fired at Zeephyukone (Pyu) Village, Pale Township
- Defense forces attacked a junta checkpoint between East Chaukkan Village and West Chaukkan Village, Pakokku Township
- Minbu District PDF Battalion-3 attacked and destroyed Tapwin Village police station in Sidoktaya Township and captured 2 Pyu Saw Htee members as prisoners of war
- On World Refugee Day, Indonesian citizens protest in front of the ASEAN office for Myanmar affairs
