Myanmar quake: Airstrikes continue despite ceasefire

In the aftermath of the deadly earthquake in central Myanmar, the military continued operations, including airstrikes, despite calls for a ceasefire to focus on assisting quake victims. Opposition armed groups declared a temporary truce to aid in emergency relief efforts, as the UN reported widespread destruction to critical infrastructure and a heightened risk of disease outbreaks. The UNHCHR issued an appeal for $16 million to support survivors, with up to 80% of structures in Mandalay collapsing and access to affected areas complicated by internet and telecommunications shutdowns imposed by the military.

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