Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 10/20/2026

The Irrawaddy — Thousands Flee as Regime Troops Push Into Myanmar’s Oil Hub
 
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Tuesday, October 20, 2026

 

Myo Pyae

Thousands Flee as Regime Troops Push Into Myanmar’s Oil Hub

Reinforcements are flooding Magwe Region's Myaing Township in the regime’s latest push to seize lucrative oil wells from resistance forces.

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Phoe Tar

Regional Body Expels Myanmar Regime’s Human Rights Fig Leaf

The South East Asia National Human Rights Institutions Forum has expelled the Myanmar National Human Rights Commission for shielding the perpetrators and failing to protect their victims.

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Myo Pyae

Myanmar Regime Bombs Civilians While Claiming Military Operations Serve Peace

At least 27 civilians were killed in airstrikes across five states and regions as the regime’s defense minister defended military operations as steps toward peace.

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AFP

Detained Aung San Suu Kyi Receives UK Royal Package: Regime

Myanmar’s regime released new photos of Aung San Suu Kyi as officials delivered books and a diplomatic communication from King Charles III to the detained leader.

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