The Kachin Independence Army (KIA) and its allied People's Defence Force (PDF) captured a junta military base in Tanaing township, Kachin State, Myanmar, three days ago, apprehending multiple junta soldiers and Pyu Saw Htee militia members, according to Chindwin. The base was occupied and utilized by Pyu Saw Htee militias together with the junta army, Chindwin reported on January 31, 2026, citing video footage from Naw Tu Aung. The capture occurred on or about January 28, 2026. No additional details on casualties or the current status of the captured personnel were provided in the report.
