February 1
The United Kingdom took decisive action against two infantry units and two military-affiliated businesses implicated in severe human rights violations and the oppression of civilians. The sanctioned entities include No. (101) Infantry Division, No. (77) Infantry Division, and two mining companies, No. (1) and No. (2) owned by the regime.
February 2
Following the second meeting in Chinlong from January 30th to 31st, the Chinland Council officially declared the formation of the Chinland government. The new government, including the Executive, Judiciary and Legislative, and House of Representatives, was established in accordance with the directives from the first Chin State Council meeting.
February 3
The Ministry of Planning, Finance, and Investment under the NUG announced that the total value of transactions using NUGPay has surpassed 1 trillion DMMK.
February 4
The Ta’ang National Army (TNLA), having captured seven towns in northern Shan State, formally declared that all Ta’ang nationals are required to serve in the military. As per the regulation, every Ta’ang/Palaung male aged 16 to 35 must enlist, and in families with two or more brothers, one male per household must join the TNLA ranks.
February 5
The UN Security Council convened to discuss the current ASEAN chair Laos’ proposal for addressing the Myanmar crisis. Alounkeo Kittikhoun, ASEAN Special Representative for Myanmar, outlined the Lao plan, while Assistant Secretary-General Khiari briefed the council on the United Nations’ efforts.
February 7
Two brigadier generals and a colonel, who had surrendered to the Kokang armed group MNDAA in Laukkai town on the China-Myanmar border, were transferred to Insein prison in Yangon after receiving death sentences.
February 8
The National League for Democracy (NLD) reported that over a three-year span since the coup, there were 4,095 fatalities and 83 incidents of mass killings involving five or more individuals.
February 9
TNLA announced that its chairperson Lieutenant General Tah Ai Pon and AA Commander-in-Chief Major General Twan Mrat Naing attended the victory ceremony marking the eradication of the regime’s military presence in the entire Kokang region. The military council announced through state-owned newspapers on February 9 that more than fifty thousand (50,691) foreigners, including most of the Chinese nationals who came and lived illegally from the border areas, were returned to their respective countries.
February 10
The regime enacted a conscription law mandating military service for young men and women, requiring a minimum commitment of two years. The National Unity Government (NUG) and the National Unity Consultative Council (NUCC) have jointly urged political parties registered with the military council’s election commission to either revoke their party registration or have their members resign from the party.
February 11
The Arakan Army (AA) revealed that several bodies were discovered in Mrauk-U and Min Pyarr townships after it had seized control from the regime’s forces. Seven were shot and killed in the cell of the regime’s Light Infantry Battalion 378 in Mrauk-U Township on January 31. The bodies were buried in the bunkers near the military hospital. One of the victims was identified as Ko Myat Thu Tun @ Phoe Thiha, a Rakhine journalist.
February 13
During a meeting with political parties in Nay Pyi Taw, the coup leader Min Aung Hlaing expressed willingness to consider constitutional amendments. He emphasized that any necessary amendments should be pursued through the Hluttaw. The regime’s forces regained control of key areas in Kawlin Town, Sagaing Region, previously held by the resistance forces under NUG.
February 14
206 Myanmar nationals held at the Tomao Immigration Detention Center in Ranong, southern Thailand, were deported to Myanmar. Thai authorities, along with officials from the regime’s Immigration Ministry, oversaw the repatriation process, which involved transferring the detainees to civil officials on the Myanmar side.
February 15
Brigadier General Zaw Min Tun, spokesperson for the military council, announced that the military intends to recruit 50,000 individuals annually following the implementation of the conscription law. He emphasized that this number reflects a cap to ensure proper compensation and benefits for all recruits based on their qualifications and responsibilities in national defense. AA announced its successful capture of all military council units and police stations in Myebon City, Rakhine State, further extending its control to seven cities. During the three-month period from November 13 to February 16, the AA secured seven cities, including Taung Pyo and Paletwa in Chin State, amidst ongoing fighting in Rakhine State.
February 16
Observers noted a surge in visa applications at the Thai embassy, with reports of thousands of people forming queues outside the embassy following the enactment of conscription law.
February 18
The junta enacted a regulation stipulating that if frontline soldiers fail to maintain contact with the army for a period of six months, their families will be vacated from military accommodations, and all salaries and benefits will be suspended.
February 19
Two women tragically died from suffocation amidst a large crowd waiting at the passport issuing office in Aung Myay Tharzan Township, Mandalay. The victims, 52-year-old Daw Khin Myo-Aye and 39-year-old Ma Khaing Wai from Aung Myay Tharzan Township, lost their lives, while 53-year-old Daw Htay Htay Win sustained leg injuries and received treatment at Mandalay General Hospital.
February 20
The regime’s spokesperson General Zaw Min Tun stated that although women are legally required to be recruited into the military under the conscription law, there are currently no plans to recruit women. Following the enactment of Myanmar’s military conscription law, individuals attempting to cross the Thailand-Myanmar border via the Mae Sot-Myawaddy No. 1 Friendship Bridge faced new restrictions.
February 21
General Min Aung Hlaing held talks with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko to enhance bilateral relations and cooperation, including nuclear technology, as reported by state media controlled by the military council. Discussions focused on the peaceful utilization of nuclear technology, as well as collaboration in areas such as hydropower and solar energy generation, tourism promotion, and social and educational sectors. In Mizoram, a northeastern Indian state bordering Myanmar, hundreds protested on February 21 against the Indian government’s decision to revoke freedom of movement along the border between India and Myanmar.
February 22
Thai police have apprehended over 300 Burmese youths who crossed the border in the past week, with recent arrests occurring in the Turk district. On February 22, 24 Burmese youths aged between 18 and 30 were detained after crossing a river near Mae Sot, Thailand, comprising 7 women and 17 men.
February 25
U Nay Phone Latt, spokesperson for NUG, announced that individuals participating in executing the military service directive issued by the State Administration Council will face legal prosecution under the anti-violence legislation.
February 26
NUG said a coalition of resistance forces led by the KNU seized 60% of Kawkareik town, Karen State.
February 27
Regime’s soldiers from the headquarters of the 99th Light Infantry Division in Mongmit, northern Shan State, have been accused by the Shan Human Rights Foundation of illegally killing civilians, committing gang rape, and burning homes during a month of clashes. During the NUG’s meeting, the interim president Duwa Lashi La warned that the NUG and the resistance forces on the ground must try to enhance political alignment, emphasizing that the NUG can offer effective assistance to displaced people fleeing the war only through close political collaboration with those forces.
February 28
The regime declared martial law on Mabein and Mongmit townships in Shan-north.
