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This photo captures a pivotal moment from the graduation ceremony of the weekly Basic Military Education Training (12/A) of the People's Defense Army in Mandalay. The graduates, dressed in military uniforms, stand proudly as they mark the completion of their intensive training. With a sense of discipline and achievement, the ceremony symbolizes their readiness and commitment to the defense forces. The event serves as a testament to their dedication and the rigorous training they underwent, preparing them for their future roles within the People's Defense Army. Crd - Naing Yan Naing , Photo - People's defence Force - Mandalay

This photo captures a pivotal moment from the graduation ceremony of the weekly Basic Military Education Training (12/A) of the People's Defense Army in Mandalay. The graduates, dressed in military uniforms, stand proudly as they mark the completion of their intensive training. With a sense of discipline and achievement, the ceremony symbolizes their readiness and commitment to the defense forces. The event serves as a testament to their dedication and the rigorous training they underwent, preparing them for their future roles within the People's Defense Army. Crd - Naing Yan Naing , Photo - People's defence Force - Mandalay

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This photo taken on February 10, 2022 shows people defense force based in Ayartaw township of Sagaing region in the middle part of Myanmar. Photo - Mar Naw

This photo taken on February 10, 2022 shows people defense force based in Ayartaw township of Sagaing region in the middle part of Myanmar. Photo - Mar Naw

Young men who have arrived to serve as PDF soldiers are beginning their basic military training and required training. These young men have chosen to become members of the People Defense Force, a revolutionary force, instead of serving in the military council under the military service law. The photo was taken on April 24, 2024 in Kyainseikgyi township, Kayin State.photo-MarNaw

Young men who have arrived to serve as PDF soldiers are beginning their basic military training and required training. These young men have chosen to become members of the People Defense Force, a revolutionary force, instead of serving in the military council under the military service law. The photo was taken on April 24, 2024 in Kyainseikgyi township, Kayin State.photo-MarNaw

Young men who have arrived to serve as PDF soldiers are beginning their basic military training and required training. These young men have chosen to become members of the People Defense Force, a revolutionary force, instead of serving in the military council under the military service law. The photo was taken on April 29, 2024 in Kyainseikgyi township, Kayin State.photo-MarNaw

Young men who have arrived to serve as PDF soldiers are beginning their basic military training and required training. These young men have chosen to become members of the People Defense Force, a revolutionary force, instead of serving in the military council under the military service law. The photo was taken on April 29, 2024 in Kyainseikgyi township, Kayin State.photo-MarNaw

Recently recruited members of the Yangon Region People's Defence Force parade in K ayin State's Kawkareik Township on May 27, 2024.photo MarNaw

Recently recruited members of the Yangon Region People's Defence Force parade in K ayin State's Kawkareik Township on May 27, 2024.photo MarNaw

PDF soldiers prepare their homemade rocket launchers for firing. The weapons are being showed off and prepared before going to the front lines, as these rocket launchers play a key role in the fighting. This photo was taken in the KNU Brigade 7-controlled area in Hlaingbwe township on September 5, 2024. Photo – Mar Naw

PDF soldiers prepare their homemade rocket launchers for firing. The weapons are being showed off and prepared before going to the front lines, as these rocket launchers play a key role in the fighting. This photo was taken in the KNU Brigade 7-controlled area in Hlaingbwe township on September 5, 2024. Photo – Mar Naw

An officer of PDF Battalion 3703 shows off a homemade gun they are using, which can fire a variety of ammo. PDF forces often use homemade guns that can be loaded with ammo to arm new PDF members as they struggle to fight for the revolution. This photo was taken in Nyaunglaypin Township, Bago Region on December 11, 2024. Photo – Mar Naw

An officer of PDF Battalion 3703 shows off a homemade gun they are using, which can fire a variety of ammo. PDF forces often use homemade guns that can be loaded with ammo to arm new PDF members as they struggle to fight for the revolution. This photo was taken in Nyaunglaypin Township, Bago Region on December 11, 2024. Photo – Mar Naw

Deputy commander of the National Unity Government's southern military region Saw Shar attends the graduation ceremony for new members of the Special Operations Group in Kawkareik Township on May 25,2024.photo MarNaw

Deputy commander of the National Unity Government's southern military region Saw Shar attends the graduation ceremony for new members of the Special Operations Group in Kawkareik Township on May 25,2024.photo MarNaw

New PDF trainees, after completing their basic training for about a month, begin to undergo intense training at night. This week of intense training is called Hell Week and lasts from 3am to 7am. The photo was taken on June 13, 2024 in Kyainseikgyi township, Kayin State.photo-MarNaw

New PDF trainees, after completing their basic training for about a month, begin to undergo intense training at night. This week of intense training is called Hell Week and lasts from 3am to 7am. The photo was taken on June 13, 2024 in Kyainseikgyi township, Kayin State.photo-MarNaw

The graduation ceremony for the 10th weekly training course of the Student Armed Force Basic Military Training was held on August 16, 2024, at the headquarters of the army. The ceremony included a military parade by the graduating trainees, an honorary speech by the Commander-in-Chief of the army, central committee members, and other officials, awards presented to outstanding soldiers, and a reception event.

The graduation ceremony for the 10th weekly training course of the Student Armed Force Basic Military Training was held on August 16, 2024, at the headquarters of the army. The ceremony included a military parade by the graduating trainees, an honorary speech by the Commander-in-Chief of the army, central committee members, and other officials, awards presented to outstanding soldiers, and a reception event.

Documentary pictures of the trainees' machine gun range training during the basic military education course of the Student Armed Force.

Documentary pictures of the trainees' machine gun range training during the basic military education course of the Student Armed Force.

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Documentary pictures of the trainees' machine gun range training during the basic military education course of the Student Armed Force.

Documentary pictures of the trainees' machine gun range training during the basic military education course of the Student Armed Force.

The graduation ceremony for the 10th weekly training course of the Student Armed Force Basic Military Training was held on August 16, 2024, at the headquarters of the army. The ceremony included a military parade by the graduating trainees, an honorary speech by the Commander-in-Chief of the army, central committee members, and other officials, awards presented to outstanding soldiers, and a reception event.

The graduation ceremony for the 10th weekly training course of the Student Armed Force Basic Military Training was held on August 16, 2024, at the headquarters of the army. The ceremony included a military parade by the graduating trainees, an honorary speech by the Commander-in-Chief of the army, central committee members, and other officials, awards presented to outstanding soldiers, and a reception event.

On January 23, 2023, mine-detection dogs being trained to clear mines on the frontlines by the Karenni Revolution Union (KRU) were seen at a training camp in a location in Karenni State.

On January 23, 2023, mine-detection dogs being trained to clear mines on the frontlines by the Karenni Revolution Union (KRU) were seen at a training camp in a location in Karenni State.

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