Myanmar-Russia Economic Push: Myanmar’s military-backed government is driving an offensive around the Dawei Special Economic Zone in Tanintharyi, with reports of raids, civilian deaths, and detentions tied to the Russia-backed port and industrial project. Rohingya Repatriation Reality Check: Naypyidaw again talks about returning Rohingya from Bangladesh, but analysts say safe, large-scale repatriation is now farther than ever due to the civil war, lack of citizenship, and loss of control in Rakhine. International Accountability: The UN Myanmar mechanism renewed calls for accountability nine years after the 2017 Rohingya crackdown, expanding scrutiny to commanders, political figures, and others linked to planning or profit. Cyber Espionage: A Myanmar-targeting campaign dubbed Operation QUICSILVER uses graduation-ceremony lures to deliver a backdoor called QUICAgent, aimed at government and IT sectors. Mandalay Conscription Fears: Residents report plans to double conscription quotas, pushing families to hide draft-eligible youth or leave cities. Hokkaido Abuse Claims: Myanmar workers in Japan allege daily beatings and verbal abuse at a farm, with union action and immigration involvement. Drug Crackdown: Police in Sagaing seized 6.2 million stimulant tablets and arrested suspects, with more traffickers sought. Maritime Disaster: In the Bay of Bengal, India’s search continues for 22 missing crew after the Panama-flagged MV Ocean Winner sank; two Chinese sailors were rescued.