Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army frees 45 ‘prisoners’ in northern Shan State

Military sources in Naypyidaw told DVB that the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) released 45 “prisoners” that it had held in detention since its seizure of Lashio Township in northern Shan State, on Oct. 14. 

A military source in Naypyidaw told DVB on the condition of anonymity that three majors, one colonel, one warrant officer first class, two warrant officers second class, and five sergeants were among the 45 prisoners released by the MNDAA.

The source added that this is the third or fourth time that the MNDAA has released military personnel it had detained after launching an offensive called “Operation 1027” on Oct. 27, 2023 in northern Shan along with the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) and the Arakan Army (AA).