Three new soldiers from the Northwestern Command headquarters based in Monywa, Sagaing Region, have defected to the People’s Defense Force (PDF), as confirmed by an official from the Monywa Township People’s Defense Force. The incident occurred on July 13, when the new recruits made contact with the PDF’s Township 2 Combat Unit and defected without bringing any weapons. The defection was coordinated through prior communication with the local resistance forces.
The defected soldiers are being kept in a secure location by the Monywa Township PDF while their backgrounds are being verified to ensure they have not been involved in any war crimes. According to officials, investigations have shown that these individuals were not involved in any war crimes, and arrangements are being made to accommodate their future plans according to their wishes. The PDF is working to ensure their safety and facilitate their transition to civilian life or resistance activities, depending on their preferences.
A representative from the Monywa Township PDF welcomed the defectors, stating that moving from darkness to light is an auspicious act. They encouraged other military personnel to defect to the people’s side before it’s too late, emphasizing that more defections would lead to less bloodshed in the revolution. The official noted that each defection contributes to the success of the revolution while reducing casualties and violence in the ongoing conflict. The PDF’s handling of these defections demonstrates their commitment to providing safe passage for military personnel who choose to stand with the people.
