Government of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar

Office of the Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services

Statement on Temporary Ceasefire

(10th Waxing of Kason, 1387ME)

6th May 2025

1.       The Tatmadaw has already declared a temporary cessation of military operations during the period from 2nd to 30th April 2025 with the aim of facilitating swift humanitarian and reconstruction operations in the areas affected by the powerful Mandalay earthquake that jolted on 28 March.

2.       Currently, the state is intensively engaging in reconstruction of damaged government offices and departments, public residences and transport facilities and rehabilitation undertakings in the earthquake-affected areas, while the international community is rendering a helping hand.

3.       In this regard, the Tatmadaw extends the temporary ceasefire period from 6 to 31 May 2025 in order to facilitate rehabilitation and reconstruction activities in earthquake-affected areas, to serve the interest of the entire nation and people with greater acceleration, to achieve genuine and long-lasting peace and in view of peace and stability.

4.       During this period, all ethnic armed organizations and other armed groups are warned against disrupting and destroying public transportation and communication routes, endangering civilian lives and property, attacking security forces’ bases that are enforcing the rule of law or military command headquarters and mobilizing or regrouping troops and expanding territories that may undermine peace. Any violation will prompt necessary defensive measures by the Tatmadaw to protect the people.

Source: Office of the Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services

NO 902-down train that departed from Kyaukdaga Township yesterday morning retreated from milepost 107/4-5 between Kyaukdaga and Thahtaygon railway stations on the Yangon-Mandalay section in Bago Region as the railway track was destroyed due to the mine blast planted by insurgents.
The railway section was also temporarily suspended. Regional officials and security forces members proceeded to the site promptly for inspection, and they also found an unexploded homemade mine near the incident location.
The MR staff repaired the damage to reopen the railway section as quickly as possible, and the railway section was reopened on the same afternoon.
Since February 2021, terrorist groups have been perpetrating 81 mining attacks and explosions within railway areas and stations, 81 blasts on railway bridges, and 16 instances of blazing stations and employee housing. Their terrorist acts are aimed at destabilizing the rule of law and endangering the safety of travellers, drawing widespread condemnation from the public. — MNA/KTZH

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

Drugs valued at over K280 million were seized in Tachilek Township of Shan State, as reported by the Myanmar Police Force.
Acting on a tip-off, a combined team, including members of the Anti-Drug Police Force, conducted a search of a rental department in Tachilek Township at 6 pm on 8 April. They arrested Nyi Lauk Si with 1,200 stimulant tablets and 10 grammes of low-grade opium while police arrested Sai Kat at room No 17 of this rental department with 24 grammes of Ketamine, 35 grammes of Happy Water, 200 stimulant tablets and 250 grammes of low-grade opium.
According to the investigation, police arrested Si Thu Phyo in room 5 of same rental department with 400,000 stimulant tablets and a Honda CRV.
Legal proceedings have been conducted against the offenders, and an ongoing investigation is underway to apprehend others involved in the case. — MNA/MKKS

Source: Global New Light of Myanmar

ASEAN countries, especially Malaysia, hope that the military ruling Myanmar will extend the ceasefire beyond the previously announced period so that relief and recovery efforts can continue after the earthquake. Following the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28, the junta has announced a three-week ceasefire until April 22. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said Malaysia and ASEAN welcome the announcement of the ceasefire. He said it needs to be extended, taking into account the extent of the destruction caused by the earthquake and the need for long-term humanitarian assistance, for the security and well-being of the people of Myanmar. “We are very happy with the announcement because in this crisis situation, this country (Myanmar) is facing a catastrophe. “Do not continue with all the conflicts. The most important thing is how the Myanmar people can be rescued and receive assistance, “he said at a press conference before concluding a humanitarian mission to Myanmar here on Saturday. Earlier, Mohamad and his Thai counterpart, Maris Sangiampongsa, jointly led a humanitarian aid mission to Myanmar in response to the earthquake that struck the central region of the country and its surrounding areas, claiming thousands of lives. Further commenting, Mohamad, as chairman of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, also expressed hope that the ceasefire could be extended to ensure rescue teams from Malaysia and other ASEAN countries currently in Myanmar can provide assistance. “If there are things that we see that could threaten the safety of our teams, I will not hesitate to ask our ASEAN counterparts to review our presence in Myanmar, “he said. He further proposed that the humanitarian ceasefire could serve as a precursor for wider, inclusive dialogue among all Myanmar stakeholders, consistent with the objectives of the ASEAN’s Five-Point Consensus. During the mission, Mohamad and Maris held meetings with the chairman of the State Administrative Council (SAC) Senior General Min Aung Hlaing and Myanmar Foreign Minister U Than Shwe. Meanwhile, the Foreign Ministry in a statement said that during the meeting, Mohamad, on behalf of ASEAN, conveyed ASEAN’s condolences and unwavering support to the people of Myanmar. “He also reaffirmed ASEAN’s collective commitment to continue channelling immediate, effective assistance and long-term support for the recovery efforts of the affected communities, “the statement said. It added that as part of Malaysia’s ongoing commitment to humanitarian assistance, Mohamad also officially handed over 15 tonnes of humanitarian assistance upon arrival in Nay Pyi Taw. The assistance was handed over to the ASEAN Coordinated Relief Centre for Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Management (AHA Centre) which is mandated to coordinate ASEAN’s contributions, including with Myanmar authorities. The assistance was sent via an ASEAN-coordinated relief flight operated by the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) from the ASEAN Disaster Emergency Logistics System (DELSA) warehouse in Subang, Malaysia. The third flight carrying additional aid is scheduled to arrive in Nay Pyi Taw on April 7. Before leaving Myanmar, Mohamad also received a situational briefing from the AHA Centre representative in Nay Pyi Taw, who confirmed that the humanitarian operation has now shifted from the search and rescue phase to the recovery phase. The Foreign Ministry said the humanitarian mission also reaffirms ASEAN unity and coordinated regional action, as well as reflecting ASEAN’s strong unity and solidarity, especially in the face of challenging situations and ASEAN’s ability to respond swiftly and integratedly in humanitarian crises.“Malaysia as the ASEAN chair will continue to work closely with other ASEAN member states, the AHA Centre and international humanitarian partners to ensure that the assistance delivered is timely,“ the statement said. translate to myanmar. 

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In order to cause injuries to both peaceable civilians and administrative authorities who are striving to restore the rule of law, extreme terrorists provide financial assistance and instigate destructive activities, such as detonating explosive devices and remote blasting, against public roads, railways, government offices and houses.
Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 24 March 2025 at 9:00 AM, a report stated that a man with shrapnel injuries was admitted to Mandalay Public Hospital in Chanayetharzan Township of Mandalay Region. When security personnel promptly arrived at the hospital for further investigation, it was discovered that the victim was U Zaw Htway (47 years old), a resident of Min Kon Village in Sagaing Township of Sagaing Region. The incident occurred while the victim was returning home from the Dama Nar Da Monastery in the village. When he approached his house, he stepped on an explosive device planted by a terrorist faction. The device exploded, resulting in his injuries, it is reported.
It has been reported that the security personnel are investigating the culprits of the acts of terrorism from the above incident to take effective action in accordance with the law.

Source: www.moha.gov.mm

In some townships across States and Regions, terrorists motivated by a radical ideology that views “anyone with differing views is an enemy” are conducting violent assaults and assassinations. Their targets are innocent civilians who do not support their terrorist acts. Using firearms and knives, these terrorists are committing brutal assassinations after accusing them of “spies, informants or decoys”. This strategy is intended to instill fear among peaceable civilians and create a pervasive sense of dread within these communities.
Since they are committing such terrorist acts, on 24 March 2025 at 9:30 AM, a report stated that a man was shot dead in Wa Ya Kone Village, Chauk Township of Magway Region. When security personnel promptly arrived at the scene for further investigation, it was discovered that Ko Toe Toe Aung (aka) Nga Toe (26 years old), a resident of the village, was in front of his house when a so-called PDF terrorist faction arrived and opened fire on him. As a result, Ko Toe Toe Aung (aka) Nga Toe died on the spot, it is reported.
Security personnel are persistently taking necessary measures to identify and apprehend the terrorists responsible for the killing and the assassination of innocent civilian in the aforementioned case, it is reported.

Source: www.moha.gov.mm

In order to cause injuries to both peaceable civilians and administrative authorities who are striving to restore the rule of law, extreme terrorists provide financial assistance and instigate destructive activities, such as detonating explosive devices and remote blasting, against public roads, railways, government offices and houses.
Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 25 March 2025 at 5:35 AM, a report stated that an explosion occurred at the Township Development Committee Office in Poe Tan Ward, Sagaing Township of Sagaing Region. When security personnel promptly arrived at the scene for further investigation, it was discovered that two so-called PDF terrorists riding a motorcycle had thrown an improvised explosive device into the office and fled. The device exploded on the open ground in the backyard of the office. As a result of the explosion, nine glass panes of the office’s door were damaged and no injury was reported.
It has been reported that the security personnel are investigating the culprits of the acts of terrorism from the above incident to take effective action in accordance with the law. 

Source: www.moha.gov.mm

Terrorists committing terrorist activities have been engaging in battles, firing heavy weapons and improvised rockets and dropping bombs using drones into the public towns, wards and villages.
 Since they are committing such terrorist acts, on 25 March 2025 at 1:40 PM, a report stated that four women and a child with shrapnel injuries were admitted to Township Public Hospital in Shwebo Township of Sagaing Region. When security personnel promptly arrived at the hospital for further investigation, it was discovered that the victims were identified as Daw Khin Sein (aka) Daw Hmay (67 years old), Daw Khine Moh Moh Lin (aka) Ma Moe (38 years old), Daw Tin Tin Moe (30 years old) Daw Tin Tin Htay (63 years old) and Mg Zin Min Htet (five years old), all residents of No.9 Ward in Shwebo Township. The incident occurred when a so-called PDF terrorist faction fired heavy weapon into the victims’ ward. The explosion of the heavy weapon shells within the ward caused injuries to the victims, it is reported.
Due to the heinous acts of armed terrorists such as engaging in battles and firing of heavy weapons and improvised rockets within towns, wards and villages where innocent civilians peacefully reside, innocent civilians are injured or killed. Consequently, local residents are protesting vehemently against these acts of terrorism, completely refusing to accept them. Security personnel are intensifying necessary security measures in collaboration with the local residents, it is reported.

Source: www.moha.gov.mm

Terrorists committing terrorist activities have been engaging in battles, firing heavy weapons and improvised rockets and dropping bombs using drones into the public towns, wards and villages.
Since they are committing such terrorist acts, on 24 March 2025 at 11:15 AM, a so-called PDF terrorist faction fired heavy weapons into Nyin Htway Village in Yebyu Township of Tanintharyi Region. The shells exploded within the village, injuring U Than Naing (45 years old), a resident of the village. The injured individual was transported to Dawei Township Public Hospital for medical treatment. Unfortunately, U Than Naing succumbed to his injuries while receiving medical treatment, it is reported.
Due to the heinous acts of armed terrorists such as engaging in battles and firing of heavy weapons and improvised rockets within towns, wards and villages where innocent civilians peacefully reside, innocent civilians are injured or killed. Consequently, local residents are protesting vehemently against these acts of terrorism, completely refusing to accept them. Security personnel are intensifying necessary security measures in collaboration with the local residents, it is reported.

Source: www.moha.gov.mm

In order to cause injuries to both peaceable civilians and administrative authorities who are striving to restore the rule of law, extreme terrorists provide financial assistance and instigate destructive activities, such as detonating explosive devices and remote blasting, against public roads, railways, government offices and houses.
Since they are conducting such terrorist acts, on 25 March 2025 at 1:20 PM, two so-called PDF terrorists riding a motorcycle along an alley west of the Township Electric Office in No.3 Ward, Yaedashe Township of Bago Region, threw a stun bomb into the office compound and drove away. As a result, the bomb exploded on the open ground in the office compound, it is reported.
It has been reported that the security personnel are investigating the culprits of the acts of terrorism from the above incident to take effective action in accordance with the law. 

Source: www.moha.gov.mm