August 1, 2024
The Progressive Karenni People’s Force (PKPF) reported 667 civilian deaths, including displaced persons, from military actions in Mobye, Southern Shan State, and Pekon, Karenni State over the past three and a half years. The PKPF also noted 1,189 battles and 1,655 airstrikes by Junta’s Army since the coup.
August 2, 2024
A military helicopter crashed at Mhawbi Township’s airbase, killing Maj-Gen Soe Tin Latt and his co-pilot, Col Myo Thaung. Two others were injured. The Eurocopter was on a training flight at Hmawbi Air Base, north of Yangon. The Association for the Assistance of Political Prisoners (AAPP) reported 334 civilian deaths in Sagaing from January to July 2024, including 111 women and 39 minors. Additionally, 161 people, including 12 minors, were imprisoned in Sagaing during the same period.
August 3, 2024
The MNDAA and allies captured Lashio, Shan State’s capital, after a month of fighting. Residents began returning, and normal activities resumed, although over 100 civilians were killed and 200 injured during the clashes.
August 4, 2024
The junta’s airstrikes targeted Sintku Township, Mandalay Region, killing 17 civilians and injuring 19 across two villages, Nweyone and Kan Taung, under MDY-PDF control.
August 5, 2024
Chin allied forces seized the junta’s Infantry Battalion Unit 269 in Thantlang, Chin State, following an offensive that began on July 22.
August 6, 2024
Protests backed by the military took place in Yangon and Nay Pyi Taw, targeting China and its alleged involvement in recent military setbacks. Protesters carried anti-Chinese banners and chanted slogans against the MNDAA and Chinese influences.
August 7, 2024
The Thai ambassador to Myanmar visited Nay Pyi Taw, offering assistance for the regime’s upcoming election and census. The meeting involved the Chairman of the Election Commission and the Minister of Immigration.
August 8, 2024
Prime Minister Mann Win Khaing Than of the NUG declared the Spring Revolution is at its strongest point during the 8888 Uprising commemoration, highlighting a united front in the ongoing struggle. Preliminary talks on amending the 2008 Constitution and upcoming elections were scheduled to take place in Nay Pyi Taw on August 21 and 22, involving political parties, military council members, and ethnic armed groups.
August 9, 2024
Cherry Htet, a former deputy police officer and bodyguard of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, was scheduled for release from Yemathein Prison but was not freed. Authorities claimed she needed to serve nine more days.
August 10, 2024
Kachin Independence Organization Chairman General N’ban La called for a political solution to Myanmar’s conflict on Kachin Martyrs’ Day, expressing willingness for dialogue despite ongoing armed resistance.
August 11, 2024
Over 10,000 residents fled Natogyi, Mandalay, due to clashes between the People’s Defense Forces and regime army, which included at least eight airstrikes on the town.
August 12, 2024
The Three Brotherhood Alliance (MNDAA, TNLA, AA) reaffirmed its unity and achievements in “Operation 1027,” thanking supporters and emphasizing its mission of self-defense and protection.
August 13, 2024
The Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM) released a report detailing increased war crimes and atrocities committed by the Myanmar military, including attacks on non-military targets and extreme violence. Regime troops attacked a rural market in Htanaungtaw Village, Monywa Township, Sagaing Region, killing 11 people, including a child, during the morning rush hour.
August 14, 2024
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing in Naypyidaw, reaffirming China’s support for the regime and praising Myanmar’s stance on Taiwan. Wang also promised assistance with elections and census.
August 15, 2024
The regime barred individuals with visiting passports from leaving if they held foreign work visas. Additionally, a second auction of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s family mansion failed due to lack of buyers. The Kachin Independence Army captured the junta’s La Maung Camp Hill near Hpakant, a crucial military base, in a successful operation.
August 16, 2024
U.S. officials Tom Sullivan and Michael Schiffer held a virtual meeting with Myanmar’s opposition, including the NUG and other resistance groups, reaffirming U.S. support for a democratic future in Myanmar.
August 17, 2024
Major General Aung Myat of the Karenni Army warned political parties against exploiting the revolution for personal gain on the 76th Karenni Army Day.
August 18, 2024
Resistance forces briefly captured Depayin Town, Sagaing Region, but retreated due to intense junta airstrikes. The regime used fighter jets and helicopters to target the area.
August 19, 2024
Justice For Myanmar (JFM) called for sanctions on Singapore-based Emerging Towns & Cities (ETC) for continuing payments to the regime. ETC paid S$900,000 for ground rent at a Yangon condominium. Documentary filmmaker Pe Maung Same passed away at 50 due to tuberculosis, three days after his release on medical parole.
August 20, 2024
Residents and aid workers in Sagaing reported ongoing artillery fire from military troops in Depayin, preventing villagers from returning home and forcing continued evacuation from six villages.
August 21, 2024
The Chinese Embassy in Myanmar announced that Min Aung Hlaing assured protection for Chinese projects and personnel in Myanmar during a meeting with Ambassador Ma Jia. Dr. Sean Turnell reported Myanmar’s economy has plummeted by 50% and the kyat’s value by 80% under the current regime, describing the situation as a “war economy.”
August 22, 2024
Nicholas Koumjian of the IIMM highlighted ongoing impunity for those responsible for the 2017 Rakhine State atrocities, marking seven years of unaccountability and continued violence.
August 23, 2024
PDF forces raided Ngwe Tuu Kyaw Village, Gyobingauk Township, killing ward administrator U Myint Tin, known for collaborating with the junta and enforcing conscription.
August 24, 2024
NUG Prime Minister Mann Win Khaing Than congratulated Paetongtarn Shinawatra on her appointment as Thailand’s Prime Minister in a message sent on August 19.
August 25, 2024
Kachin Independence Army forces captured several key locations in Sagaing Region, including the Inntaw Township Police Station, and rescued 16 detainees.
August 26, 2024
U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken reaffirmed support for Myanmar’s democratic aspirations on the 7th anniversary of the Rohingya genocide, emphasizing ongoing U.S. commitment.
August 27, 2024
The Arakan Army reported capturing multiple military outposts in Maungdaw Township, Rakhine State, recovering over 100 military bodies and significant equipment.
The Chinese ambassador to Myanmar, Ma Jia, met with U Than Swe, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Myanmar’s Military Council, to discuss the safety and security of Chinese projects and employees in Myanmar. According to a statement from the Chinese Embassy in Yangon, Ambassador Ma emphasized the importance of protecting Chinese investments and personnel in the country.
Members of the parliament from Gangbuk Township in Seoul, South Korea, including the chairman, issued a joint statement in support of Myanmar’s democratic movement. The statement expressed solidarity with the people of Myanmar in their struggle for democracy.
August 29, 2024
China issued a notification to the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) demanding an immediate halt to fighting and a focus on maintaining peace and stability in Shan (north) and the China-Myanmar border. The message called for cooperation with China to protect the lives and security of civilians in the border region, including Chinese citizens and business interests inside Myanmar. The White House confirmed that the Myanmar situation was included in a meeting between U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing, as per a White House press release. In Mandalay Region, residents of Mokot Township reported that internet services were restored on August 29 after more than two months of communication blackouts. The region, controlled by the TNLA, had experienced prolonged interruptions. Justice For Myanmar exposed a global network of companies that had helped the Myanmar military acquire and operate at least ten French-manufactured Avions de Transport Regional (ATR) aircraft since 2013. The investigation revealed that international companies, military arms brokers, and airlines facilitated the transfers, often obscuring the military as the end user to bypass sanctions.
August 30, 2024
The regime announced plans to increase household and business electricity rates by two to three times, starting from September 1, 2024. The council justified the price hike by citing rising production costs for electricity. Additionally, the regime revealed an amendment to the tax law, increasing the commercial tax on gold goods by three percent, effective from October 1, 2025. This tax will apply to the sale of gold jewelry and will remain in effect until March 31, 2026.
