“Evening Military News”
1. CNO Apologizes to Falam Residents for Damaged Homes and Lost Property During Town Seizure Battles
May 15
The Chin National Organization (CNO), a local resistance group based in Falam Township, issued an apology on May 14 for the destruction of homes and loss of property during the five-month-long battle to seize Falam town.
According to the CNO’s statement, the battles, which were part of a campaign to capture the town, resulted in damage to homes and religious buildings. The CNO expressed sadness and regret for these consequences.
They apologized for being unable to protect civilian property during the conflict, stating that although the operations aimed to seize and defend the town, they inadvertently caused destruction and loss.
The group also mentioned that some items were recovered and plans are in place to return them to rightful owners. They asked residents to be patient and understanding of any shortcomings from a parental perspective.
The offensive to seize Falam began on November 9, 2024. After five months of fighting by the Chin Brotherhood Alliance and allied forces including the CNO/CNDF, the town was declared free of junta control on April 9, 2025, according to military reports.
2. AA Warns Junta for Exploiting Ceasefire Amid Earthquake Relief to Bomb Innocent Civilians
May 15
The Arakan Army (AA) warned that the junta has been using the ceasefire period, intended for humanitarian aid delivery to earthquake victims, to carry out airstrikes against innocent civilians.
AA reported that within two days, airstrikes in Rakhine State killed 14 civilians and injured 23 others.
The AA condemned the junta’s continued bombing during the ceasefire—extended until May 31—and stated that these acts are part of ongoing war crimes being committed across the country.
On May 13, the junta bombed Tun Ywa Gyi village in Rathedaung Township, killing 12 civilians and injuring 23, while destroying 31 homes.
On May 14 at 4 PM, jet fighters bombed civilian areas in Kyauktaw, killing two and damaging around nine houses.
The Northern Brotherhood Alliance, including AA, announced on May 1 that they would extend the ceasefire until May 31 to facilitate humanitarian aid for earthquake victims.
Additionally, on May 12, the junta bombed a school in Oat Tint Twin Village, Depayin Township, Sagaing Region, killing 24 people—including 22 students and two teachers—and injuring around 100 children.
The National Unity Government (NUG), ethnic armed organizations, People’s Defense Forces (PDFs), and other revolutionary groups have called on the international community to take action against the junta’s war crimes.
3. Junta Drops More 500-Pound Bombs on Bangkok Refugee Camp
May 15
The Myanmar junta dropped two more 500-pound bombs on a refugee camp near La Ei village in Pekhon Township, near the Shan–Karenni border, according to local sources.
At around 8:30 PM on May 14, two bombs were dropped by jet fighters on the old Bangkok refugee camp. Though some structures were damaged, there were no casualties reported this time.
This same camp was previously bombed on November 18, 2024, killing a woman in her 40s, and again on September 5, resulting in the deaths of nine refugees—including children—and injuries to over 20 others.
4. KNLA/KNDO and Allied Forces Use Drones to Bomb Junta Battalion Camp at Moe Kyoke Lu
May 15
On the morning of May 15, Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA), Karen National Defence Organization (KNDO), and allied revolutionary forces conducted a drone bombing attack on the junta’s Battalion 24 base in Moe Kyoke Lu, near the Thailand–Myanmar border.
According to the Strategic Research Department of the People’s Defense Forces, the attack forced 414 refugees to cross into Thailand.
The attack led to 159 refugees taking shelter at the Maelawo Monastery and another 255 arriving at the Mae La refugee camp on the Thai side.
5. Junta Troop Column Routed in Mying; Forced to Retreat After Attack by Resistance Forces
May 15
A junta troop column advancing into Mying Township, Magway Region, was routed and forced to retreat after coming under attack by resistance forces, according to the Mying PDF.
The operation targeted soldiers from Infantry Division 101 and Light Infantry Battalion 254, which entered the area on May 1. The resistance launched a coordinated attack on May 14, leading to the breakdown of the junta column.
Eight junta soldiers were found dead, and weapons, including an MA1 rifle and over 500 rounds of ammunition, were seized.
The operation involved various units including Mying, Pakokku, and Pakkoku District PDFs, ABSDF (Student Army), combined groups like Kamma Force, Earthquake Force, Galuon PDF, PPDF, PLC, Bo Brother Unit, and Wanbulwe Panther Guerrilla Force.
6. Former KIO Chairman Lam Naw Jaung Hra Passes Away
May 15
Former Chairman of the Kachin Independence Organization (KIO), Lam Naw Jaung Hra, passed away on the morning of May 15, according to local sources.
He was 87 years old and passed away at 7:15 AM, according to Kachin-region-based news outlets.
Known for his gentle demeanor, he joined the KIO from a forestry background and stepped down as chairman in early 2018 due to health and age-related reasons.
He was succeeded by General N’ban La. The current KIO leadership includes Gen. N’ban La, Vice-Chair Gen. Gunhtang Gam Shawng, KIC Chairman Gen. N’ban La, Deputy Chairman Lt. Gen. Gawn Maw, KIA Commander-in-Chief Gen. Aung Sein La, and Deputy Commander-in-Chief Gen. Maran Zawtung.
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