Myanmar military’s ‘ceasefire’ follows a pattern of ruling generals exploiting disasters to shore up control
Thousands were killed in 7.7 magnitude earthquake. Yet military generals were slow to agree to pause in civil war fighting, ...
Myanmar earthquake death toll rises to 3,145 as more bodies found
The death toll from the massive earthquake that hit Myanmar nearly a week ago rose Thursday to 3,085 as more bodies were ...
Myanmar earthquake toll crosses 3,000; heat and rains fuel disease risk
Extreme heat and heavy rain in Myanmar could cause disease outbreaks among earthquake survivors camping in the open, global ...
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Myanmar Earthquake Aftermath: Rising Death Toll and Humanitarian Challenge
A devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has resulted in over 3,145 deaths and affected more than 17 million people.
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Myanmar military declares ceasefire until April 22 to help quake survivors
Military leaders say the ceasefire will last until April 22. Conflict between the army and ethnic resistance groups has ...
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Myanmar's military declares a ceasefire as earthquake deaths pass 3,000
The surprise announcement by the unelected government said the halt in fighting would run until April 22 to show compassion for people affected by last week's quake.
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Miracle rescues offer hope, days after deadly Myanmar earthquake
Two survivors have been pulled from under the rubble of collapsed buildings in Myanmar, more than five days after the country ...
Post-earthquake ceasefires in Myanmar offer rare opportunity for disaster diplomacy
Temporary ceasefires announced by warring groups in Myanmar in the wake of last week’s devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake ...
Myanmar military declares temporary pause in war with rebels to aid earthquake recovery
Myanmar's ruling military government declared a three-week-long unilateral cease-fire to aid the humanitarian and rebuilding ...