A significant development occurred in Thaung Tha city, Mandalay Region, where revolutionary forces successfully captured two military council soldiers alive on the evening of July 3rd. According to a responsible official from the Thaung Tha Township People’s Defense Force (PDF), the soldiers were caught when they ventured outside their base at No. 1 Sweater Factory to purchase alcohol and beer. This incident demonstrates the continued effectiveness of resistance operations in the area.
The captured soldiers were identified as Police Private Aung Thiha and Lance Corporal Han Wai Aung from Police Battalion 5 in Hmawbi, Yangon Region. During the operation, revolutionary forces seized several items from the detained soldiers, including one motorcycle, two mobile phones, and one hand grenade. The successful capture was executed when the soldiers strayed beyond their usual operational area into the outskirts of Thaung Tha city, providing an opportunity for the resistance forces to apprehend them.
The Thaung Tha Township PDF is currently holding the captured military council soldiers in accordance with international laws regarding prisoners of war. Officials have confirmed that the detainees are undergoing necessary interrogation procedures while being kept in custody. This incident highlights both the ongoing resistance activities in the Thaung Tha region and the continued presence of military council forces in civilian areas. The revolutionary forces maintain their commitment to ensuring the safety and security of local residents while conducting their operations against military council personnel. The information obtained from the captured soldiers is being thoroughly analyzed, and appropriate actions will be taken based on the findings of the investigation.
