People's Defense Force (PDF) resistance fighters captured and burned down a junta police station in Montaung village, Minbu township, Magway region, Myanmar, according to a report by Thomas V. Linge on X during the reporting window from 8:15 PM to 9:15 PM UTC on January 30, 2026. The area had seen low resistance activity over the past five years. The capture indicates a serious expansion of PDF operations in Minbu township, as stated in the X post by Linge. This development occurred over the past hour amid ongoing conflict between resistance groups and the military junta. Previously, on January 30 during the 5:45 PM to 6:45 PM UTC window, the junta extended its state of emergency in 63 resistance-controlled townships for 90 days, according to Irrawaddy News. The National Unity Government (NUG) also affirmed its zero-tolerance narcotics policy, destroying US$4.67 million worth of seized drugs, per a statement from Union Minister Dr. Zaw Wai Soe.
