On August 10, civilians and members of the People’s Defense Force jointly held a protest against the military dictatorship in Yinmabin Township, Sagaing Region. The demonstration brought together local residents and revolutionary forces who united to express their opposition to the military regime. Protesters carried signs demanding the end of the military dictatorship and the restoration of democracy. Yinmabin Township has been a stronghold of anti-military resistance within Sagaing Region, where local communities have consistently shown unity in their opposition to military rule.
During the protest, participants expressed their opposition to the various forms of oppression, human rights violations, economic hardships, and security threats that people face under military rule. They highlighted the deteriorating daily living conditions of civilians since the military coup, including the loss of freedom of movement and expression. The protesters also demanded an end to the military council’s forced conscription of young people, confiscation of civilian property, and arbitrary arrests and detentions. The demonstration emphasized the widespread suffering of local communities under the military regime’s oppressive policies.
Protesters called for the complete elimination of the military dictatorship, the establishment of a federal democratic system, the release of political prisoners, and an end to the military council’s brutal actions. The protest was conducted peacefully and received strong support from local residents. The anti-military resistance movement in Yinmabin Township continues to gain strength, with increasing cooperation between civilians and revolutionary forces. The demonstration reflects the ongoing determination of local communities to oppose military rule and their commitment to achieving genuine democratic change in Myanmar.
