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Myanmar military junta declares temporary ceasefire to facilitate quake relief efforts

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Myanmar’s military junta on Wednesday declared a temporary ceasefire in the country’s civil war until April 22 to facilitate earthquake relief efforts, state media said. Friday’s massive earthquake has killed more than 3,000 people and left many areas without power, telephone or cell connections.

Myanmar‘s ruling military declared a temporary ceasefire in the country’s civil war Wednesday to facilitate relief efforts following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that has killed more than 3,000 people.

The announcement by the military‘s high command was reported late Wednesday on state television MRTV, which said the truce would run until April 22 and was aimed at showing compassion for people affected by Friday’s quake.

The announcement followed unilateral temporary ceasefires announced by armed resistance groups opposed to military rule. Those groups must refrain from attacking the state, or regrouping, or else the military will take “necessary” measures, the army’s statement said.

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Source: https://www.france24.com/en/asia-pacific/20250402-myanmar-civil-war-hampers-rescue-efforts-after-devastating-earthquake


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