Against this backdrop, DMG spoke with editors and reporters from Arakan-based media organizations about how an internet shutdown could affect independent journalism, the public's right to information, and life in conflict-affected communities.

To discuss how sexual violence against women should be addressed, the weaknesses in existing accountability mechanisms, and the urgent protection measures needed for survivors, DMG spoke with Kham Mai, Joint General Secretary of the Women's League of Burma (WLB).

Against this backdrop, DMG spoke with people from different sectors to gather their views on the pursuit of justice following the brutal killing of the young woman in Ponnagyun Township.

DMG spoke with political analyst Dr. Sai Kyi Zin Soe about why the TNLA has entered into formal negotiations with the military junta and whether the talks could have broader implications for Myanmar’s resistance movement.

DMG spoke with a technology service provider about Starlink's recently updated policies and their apotential impact on users in Arakan State.

To explore these issues, DMG spoke with Rajeev Bhattacharyya, a senior journalist and author based in Assam, India, who closely follows developments in Myanmar and India’s Northeast. He shares his views on India’s Myanmar policy, the implications of Min Aung Hlaing’s visit, and the future of regional security and cooperation.

As armed conflict drags on, communities across Arakan (Rakhine State) are facing the compounded impacts of economic decline, stalled education, and severe shortages of employment opportunities. Local youth are among the hardest hit.

December 10 is International Human Rights Day — a day designated by the United Nations to recognize the dignity and inherent value of every human being, and to draw global attention to human rights violations so that they may be prevented and stopped.

DMG interviewed Maungdaw District Muslim Administrative Advisor Jury Baser about the current social dynamics between Arakanese and Muslims in the district, as well as allegations by Muslim activists in exile and ARSA attacks.

The regime's aerial bombardment killed and injured local and displaced schoolchildren from Kyauktaw, Mrauk-U, Pauktaw, Maungdaw, Myebon and Sittwe, including up to 25 students under the age of 18. DMG interviewed some of the families of the students in the wake of the tragedy.

DMG interviewed an expert from Tactical Raptor, a military equipment watchdog, about the role of drones in the regime's battlefield strategy, as well as the challenges that the revolutionary forces will face.

DMG spoke to Arakan State politicians, civil society leaders, and local voters about the state's election prospects, including whether the AA will accept the election, and whether the public is interested in the proposed poll and has faith in the competing Arakan State-based political parties.

Since the Chin Brotherhood began, Paletwa has been a place where Khumi, Mara, Dai and Arakanese people live together. We look after the interests of all these people and the long-term development of all these people. Currently, Paletwa has been cleared of the Myanmar military and the Arakan Army is running the administration.

In an exclusive interview, DMG spoke to Chin Brotherhood spokesman Salai Yaw Mang about the Chin Brotherhood's success in a short period of time, the state of the brotherhood's alliances, its future military and political ambitions, and much more.

DMG recently interviewed a local woman, referred to here by the pseudonym Mae Zin, about the China-Myanmar border trade situation, the development and governance of the Mong Yu region, and the expectations of the locals.

Women, girls and activists in Arakan State shared their thoughts with DMG about what women need and what they should do to expand their representation in leadership roles.

Social worker Ko Kyaw Lin Oo, who has been actively helping internally displaced people (IDPs) in Rathedaung Township, recently spoke to DMG about the latest developments there.

“The fighting is quite close to Gwa Town now. It has reached near Tin Taw and Amaw villages across Rahai Kutoe Creek. Yesterday, there were airstrikes along the mountains behind Rahai Kwin and Shwe Nan Khaing villages.”

Junta boss Min Aung Hlaing visited Yunnan Province in November on his first visit to China since the 2021 coup. Following his trip, China proposed the establishment of a joint venture security company between the two countries, and the Myanmar regime announced on December 3 that a working committee had been formed to prepare for the formation of the company.