Myanmar Conflict & Civilians: The Irrawaddy reports the regime carried out 21 massacres in Rakhine and nearby areas since fighting resumed in late 2023, killing 383 civilians and injuring 393. Rohingya Displacement & Deportations: Malaysia began returning about 1,476 Myanmar nationals (including children) in the first phase of a plan to send up to 5,000 people back by sea, despite UNHCR and rights groups warning of serious risks and questioning whether returns are truly voluntary. Human Rights Pushback: Malaysia’s Human Rights Commission (Suhakam) urged a halt, citing the international law principle against sending people back to danger. Local Accountability Debate: A Malaysian lawmaker demanded the home ministry provide proof that returnees are a “financial burden” or “security threat.” Misinformation Check: Malaysia’s immigration department denied a viral claim that a Myanmar teenager was among those repatriated, saying she remains in detention. Peace Process in Myanmar: NSPNC held two-day peace talks in Yangon with NCA-signatory ethnic armed groups, discussing future frameworks and outreach to non-signatory groups. Culture & Memory: A Myanmar diaspora story highlights how a granddaughter in China recognized her overseas Chinese grandfather on a public WWII history wall—showing how family histories travel across borders.