Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 05/05/2026

The Irrawaddy — Regime Retakes Another Town as N. Sagaing Offensive Continues

DAILY BRIEFING Tuesday, May 5, 2026 News Opinion Burmese Donate Phoe Tar Regime Retakes Another Town as N. Sagaing Offensive Continues The military recaptured Maw Luu just days after retaking Indaw, forcing resistance groups to withdraw as the regime’s northern Sagaing counteroffensive gathers pace. Continue Reading The Irrawaddy MNDAA and USWA Accused of Complicity as China Extends Border into Myanmar Residents of northern Shan State say they are powerless to prevent Beijing’s land grab. Continue Reading Support Press Freedom Independent journalism needs your support. Help us hold power to account. Donate Now Facebook · Twitter · Website © 2026 The Irrawaddy · Chiang Mai, Thailand Unsubscribe · Update preferences · Forward to a friend