Opening ceremonies for People’s Military Service Training Course No. (25), aimed at enabling citizens to serve national defense and security duties, were held in the morning on May 25th, at various training schools located within the respective regional military command areas.
During the ceremonies, the commandants of the respective training schools delivered opening remarks.
The ceremonies were attended by the Chairman of the Nay Pyi Taw Council, region and state chief ministers, Commanders of regional commands, and other responsible officials. They met with the trainees of People’s Military Service Training Course No. (25), presented honorary cash awards, food items, and personal supplies for the trainees, and warmly greeted and encouraged them.
Since every citizen has the responsibility to safeguard the Three Main National Causes — non-disintegration of the Union, non-disintegration of national solidarity, and perpetuation of sovereignty — the People’s Military Service Law was enforced on February 10, 2024, with the aim of providing military training and enabling citizens to fulfill national defense duties. Accordingly, People’s Military Service training courses have been opened and conducted.
The training completed peoples’ military servants of the People’s Military Service training courses are now dutifully serving national defense and security responsibilities in their assigned battalions and units with dedication and commitment, it’s reported.
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Opening ceremonies for People’s Military Service Training Course No. (25), aimed at enabling citizens to serve national defense and security duties, were held in the morning on May 25th, at various training schools located within the respective regional military command areas.
During the ceremonies, the commandants of the respective training schools delivered opening remarks.
The ceremonies were attended by the Chairman of the Nay Pyi Taw Council, region and state chief ministers, Commanders of regional commands, and other responsible officials. They met with the trainees of People’s Military Service Training Course No. (25), presented honorary cash awards, food items, and personal supplies for the trainees, and warmly greeted and encouraged them.
Since every citizen has the responsibility to safeguard the Three Main National Causes — non-disintegration of the Union, non-disintegration of national solidarity, and perpetuation of sovereignty — the People’s Military Service Law was enforced on February 10, 2024, with the aim of providing military training and enabling citizens to fulfill national defense duties. Accordingly, People’s Military Service training courses have been opened and conducted.
The training completed peoples’ military servants of the People’s Military Service training courses are now dutifully serving national defense and security responsibilities in their assigned battalions and units with dedication and commitment, it’s reported.
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Israeli airstrikes hit southern Lebanon, including areas near the coastal city of Tyre, with smoke reported rising over the region. Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA) said at least three people were killed when Israeli drones struck vehicles on the Kafr Rumman–Jarmaq highway and the Jarmaq–Khardali road in the Nabatieh area.
The Israeli military also issued forced displacement orders covering multiple towns in southern Lebanon. In Israel, two far-right ministers called for an escalation of military operations in Lebanon.
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Israeli airstrikes hit southern Lebanon, including areas near the coastal city of Tyre, with smoke reported rising over the region. Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA) said at least three people were killed when Israeli drones struck vehicles on the Kafr Rumman–Jarmaq highway and the Jarmaq–Khardali road in the Nabatieh area.
The Israeli military also issued forced displacement orders covering multiple towns in southern Lebanon. In Israel, two far-right ministers called for an escalation of military operations in Lebanon.
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On Sunday, Maldives and Egypt have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cooperation in internal security, collaborative training programs, and the exchange of intelligence and resource. The pact is designed to facilitate joint training programs, share policing resources, and streamline the exchange of expertise and information between both nations.
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On Sunday, Maldives and Egypt have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cooperation in internal security, collaborative training programs, and the exchange of intelligence and resource. The pact is designed to facilitate joint training programs, share policing resources, and streamline the exchange of expertise and information between both nations.
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Tokyo police said 25 people are feeling unwell after a pungent odor was reported at a shopping complex in the Ginza district. Authorities said they received a report around noon on Monday of a foul smell at the Ginza Six shopping complex, and people complaining of symptoms such as coughing.
Police officers rushed to the scene and found 25 men and women who said they had sore throats and other conditions. A total of 19 were taken to hospitals for treatment. The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department is investigating eyewitness reports of a man spraying a substance around a bank's ATM section near the entrance on the first floor.
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Tokyo police said 25 people are feeling unwell after a pungent odor was reported at a shopping complex in the Ginza district. Authorities said they received a report around noon on Monday of a foul smell at the Ginza Six shopping complex, and people complaining of symptoms such as coughing.
Police officers rushed to the scene and found 25 men and women who said they had sore throats and other conditions. A total of 19 were taken to hospitals for treatment. The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department is investigating eyewitness reports of a man spraying a substance around a bank's ATM section near the entrance on the first floor.
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On Saturday, shots were fired near the White House in Washington, D.C., triggering a major security response from the U.S. Secret Service and FBI. FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed that the FBI was assisting the Secret Service after the shooting incident near White House grounds.
A gunman opened fire near a Secret Service checkpoint at 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, close to the White House complex. Secret Service officers returned fire. The suspect was reportedly killed after the exchange of gunfire, while at least one bystander was injured.
No Secret Service officers were reported hurt. President Donald Trump was reportedly inside or near the White House during the incident but was unharmed. The White House complex was temporarily locked down, and journalists in the area were instructed to shelter in place after witnesses reported hearing “dozens of gunshots.
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On Saturday, shots were fired near the White House in Washington, D.C., triggering a major security response from the U.S. Secret Service and FBI. FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed that the FBI was assisting the Secret Service after the shooting incident near White House grounds.
A gunman opened fire near a Secret Service checkpoint at 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, close to the White House complex. Secret Service officers returned fire. The suspect was reportedly killed after the exchange of gunfire, while at least one bystander was injured.
No Secret Service officers were reported hurt. President Donald Trump was reportedly inside or near the White House during the incident but was unharmed. The White House complex was temporarily locked down, and journalists in the area were instructed to shelter in place after witnesses reported hearing “dozens of gunshots.
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23rd ASEAN Chiefs of Defence Forces Meeting (23rd ACDFM) was hosted via video conferencing system on Thursday. Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services General Ye Win Oo and delegation joined the meeting, together with the delegations from Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Viet Nam.
The meeting chair, Chief of Philippine Armed Forces gave opening remarks, followed by presentations on the 23rd ASEAN Military Intelligence Meeting (AMIM) and 16th ASEAN Military Operations Meeting (AMOM). The delegation leaders later make discussion on the theme "Securing Our Future, Together". General Ye Win Oo emphasized that ASEAN has been founded on strong principles and shared goals, with member militaries working to promote regional peace, stability, and development.
He noted that ASEAN unity is essential for addressing current and future challenges, including influence from major powers in the region. He highlighted Myanmar’s progress in holding elections and forming a government based on public representatives, while strengthening national security, rule of law, and governance.
General Ye Win Oo reaffirmed Myanmar’s commitment to an independent foreign policy, fostering good relations with neighbors and partners, and actively cooperating with ASEAN members to ensure regional peace, security, and development for all citizens.
The meeting approved the 2-year Activity work Plan (2026-2028) and Joint Statement of the 23rd ACDFM. Then, the chairmanship was handed over to the Chief of Singapore Armed Forces for the 24th ACDFM. The meeting ended with closing remark by the Chief of Philippine Armed Forces.
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23rd ASEAN Chiefs of Defence Forces Meeting (23rd ACDFM) was hosted via video conferencing system on Thursday. Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services General Ye Win Oo and delegation joined the meeting, together with the delegations from Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Viet Nam.
The meeting chair, Chief of Philippine Armed Forces gave opening remarks, followed by presentations on the 23rd ASEAN Military Intelligence Meeting (AMIM) and 16th ASEAN Military Operations Meeting (AMOM). The delegation leaders later make discussion on the theme "Securing Our Future, Together". General Ye Win Oo emphasized that ASEAN has been founded on strong principles and shared goals, with member militaries working to promote regional peace, stability, and development.
He noted that ASEAN unity is essential for addressing current and future challenges, including influence from major powers in the region. He highlighted Myanmar’s progress in holding elections and forming a government based on public representatives, while strengthening national security, rule of law, and governance.
General Ye Win Oo reaffirmed Myanmar’s commitment to an independent foreign policy, fostering good relations with neighbors and partners, and actively cooperating with ASEAN members to ensure regional peace, security, and development for all citizens.
The meeting approved the 2-year Activity work Plan (2026-2028) and Joint Statement of the 23rd ACDFM. Then, the chairmanship was handed over to the Chief of Singapore Armed Forces for the 24th ACDFM. The meeting ended with closing remark by the Chief of Philippine Armed Forces.
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