CNI News
February 20, 2026
Local residents in Tamu Township, Sagaing Region, staged protests against the NUG forces who were allegedly arresting locals to recruit for military service. Those acts are reportedly being carried out by battalions under the National Unity Government (NUG).
According to local sources, battalions 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 under NUG/MOD Military Region No. 1, Tamu District, have been arresting locals to recruit in Tamu Township. Residents protested on February 15–16, 2026, demanding the release of those detained and expressing opposition to PDF units involved in arrests.
Villages reportedly affected by forced recruitment in Tamu Township include Auktawng Village, Malu Village, Boakkan Village, Ziphyukone Village, Ywathar Village, and Minthamee Village.
