Diplomacy in Nay Pyi Taw: Indonesia’s foreign minister Sugiono met President Min Aung Hlaing and also held talks with Myanmar’s top diplomat Tin Maung Swe, with both sides stressing ASEAN ties and support for Myanmar’s peace and stability efforts. Democratic Path Statement: Min Aung Hlaing told a union government meeting the administration is advancing on a “democratic path” with clear objectives, urging fair law-based administration and warning against abuse of power, bribery and unlawful money collection. Regional Security Move: The Philippines’ foreign minister said she plans to meet Myanmar ethnic armed groups soon as ASEAN chair, seeking ways to help amid ongoing conflict. Conflict and Civilian Impact: Reports say a military operation in Myitche, Magway Region, killed dozens of civilians and destroyed nearly 1,000 homes, forcing tens of thousands to flee. Rohingya Detentions: The Arakan Army detained 16 Rohingya refugees after Bangladesh pushed them back across the Naf River, including breastfeeding infants and elderly people. Tourism Update: Shwedagon Pagoda drew over 3.45 million visitors in the first five months of 2026. Cross-border Crime Crackdown: A U.S.-led operation targeted scam networks in Laos, Cambodia and Myanmar, arresting dozens and freezing millions in crypto. Border Risk Warning: Another landmine blast killed a man along the Bangladesh-Myanmar border, adding to recent fatalities.