Last week, social media in Myanmar was buzzing with reactions after the high-profile resistance leader Bo Nagar and some of his family members reportedly turned themselves in to the military junta.
Military state media shared the news that Bo Nagar, the head of the Burma National Revolutionary Army (BNRA), surrendered after clashes with other armed groups in Sagaing Region.
Users on Facebook, Telegram, and X have debated what this event means for the wider resistance movement, with many seeing it as a significant shift over the past five years.
Some users express disappointment, claiming Bo Nagar’s surrender weakens civilian resistance efforts and could encourage further fragmentation among anti-junta forces.
The social media user says as a conversation, “This shows cracks in the resistance. What happens next?” and one of the telegram user said, “Bo Nagar’s surrender will discourage young fighters.”
Some commenters highlight concerns that the military might use this event for propaganda by claiming strength and momentum, especially ahead of ongoing political events like the election and formation of a “civilian” government under the Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP).
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