Militia
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Myanmar junta using veterans, militias to secure capital, as more soldiers sent to frontlines
Troop shortages are forcing the regime to rely on civilians and elderly or inexperienced forces to keep an eye on Naypyitaw
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In Myanmar’s heartland, a ‘public militia’ created to sow division
As its enemies in other parts of the country unite, the regime is relying on the Pyu Saw Htee to help it ‘divide and rule’ in Sagaing
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Resistance force assassinates alleged members of junta-backed militia in Yangon
Guerrilla fighters open fire on seven men in Twante accused of raising funds for the military, killing three
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Junta orders formation of militia in southern Rakhine State
Leaked meeting records indicate that the military is directing ward and village administrators to form ‘public security forces’ in Kyaukphyu
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Pa-O groups speak out against PNO plan to form new ‘security force’
The move comes amid accusations that militia forces affiliated with the PNO have been forcibly recruiting new members
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