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Over 2,700 people are dead following a magnitude 7.7 earthquake in Southeast Asia.
U.S. News & World Report |
A major rebel alliance in Myanmar on Tuesday declared a unilateral ceasefire in its conflict with the ruling military to support an international humanitarian response to last week's devastating eart...
The New York Times |
More than 2,700 people have died as buildings there and in neighboring Thailand collapsed, according to the ruling authoritarian military leaders of Myanmar.

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Death toll rises to over 2,700 after earthquake rocks Southeast Asia
Rescue efforts are underway after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Myanmar on March 28. The quake was also felt in Thailand and parts of Mainland China.
Myanmar-Thailand earthquake live updates: Death toll crosses 2,000 in Myanmar
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake rattled much of Southeast Asia on Friday, flattening skyscrapers and leaving more than 1,000 people dead from Myanmar to Thailand.
Earthquake rocks Southeast Asia
A massive 7.7 earthquake originating in Myanmar has collapsed buildings over 600 miles away in Bangkok, Thailand
Myanmar Rebel Alliance Declares Unilateral Ceasefire to Support Quake Response
A major rebel alliance in Myanmar on Tuesday declared a unilateral ceasefire in its conflict with the ruling military to support an international humanitarian response to last week's devastating earthquake.
Myanmar’s military government announces temporary ceasefire to aid quake efforts
Myanmar’s ruling military hasannounced a temporary ceasefire in operations against armedopponents effective April 2 to April 22 following last week’sdeadly earthquake, state-run MRTV said on Wednesday.
The Brutal War Complicating Myanmar’s Quake Response
Last week’s violent earthquakes tore through a part of the country that had already borne the brunt of a brutal campaign by the country’s military junta to root out resistance.
Senators Denounce Trump Administration’s Response to Myanmar Quake
Democratic senators said in a letter that the administration was failing its first test of humanitarian aid as China and Russia send teams to help.
Myanmar's deadly earthquake may bring diplomatic payoff for junta chief
Myanmar's deadliest natural disaster in years has strengthened the position of ruling general Min Aung Hlaing.
USAID cuts put US on sidelines of Myanmar aid, former officials say
The US has been unable to meaningfully respond to the Myanmar earthquake due to recent foreign aid cuts, according to three former senior US officials. One former US Agency for International Development (USAID) mission director for Myanmar told the BBC that "America has been on the sidelines" after the disaster.
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Over 150 dead after earthquake rocks Southeast Asia
Over 150 people are dead following a magnitude 7.7 earthquake in Southeast Asia. The quake's epicenter was in Myanmar. It was also followed by a strong aftershock. BANGKOK (AP) - A search for ...
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Chaos in Southeast Asia as 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Devastates Region
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Southeast Asia on Friday shook Myanmar and neighboring Thailand with estimates of potential deaths being as high as 100,000 people.
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Earthquake devastates Southeast Asia, death toll rises
A powerful earthquake rocked Myanmar on Friday, causing extensive damage across a wide swath of one of the world’s poorest countries and prompting officials to warn that the initial death toll — above 140 — was likely to grow in the days ahead.
15 heartbreaking images show the destruction after earthquake in Thailand, Myanmar
The powerful earthquake, which had its epicenter in central Myanmar about 13 miles from Mandalay, Myanmar’s second-largest city, struck around 12:50 p.m. local time, the New York Times reported. It was followed by several tremors, including a 6.4 magnitude aftershock which occurred just 11 minutes later.
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Video of the Day: Deadly 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits Southeast Asia, causes major damage
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Friday, March 28, causing destruction across Southeast Asia and leaving hundreds dead or missing. In Bangkok, Thailand — 600 miles from the quake’s epicenter — water was seen spilling from a rooftop pool as people fled during the shaking.
Chicago woman living in Thailand describes devastating earthquake: 'Most terrifying experience ever'
A Chicago native who just moved to Thailand to teach spoke with ABC7 about the scary moments she experienced as a deadly 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar rattled much of Southeast Asia on Friday.
Strong earthquake strikes Southeast Asia, buildings collapse in Myanmar
A strong earthquake rocked Southeast Asia on Friday, bringing down a skyscraper under construction in Bangkok and toppling buildings in neighbouring Myanmar’s second-largest city. At least one person was killed and dozens of workers rescued from under the rubble of the skyscraper,
What We Know About the Earthquake in Myanmar
The death toll in Myanmar has exceeded 1,600, the country’s military government said. The powerful earthquake also jolted other parts of Southeast Asia.
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Death toll rises to over 2,000 after earthquake rocks Southeast Asia
Over 2,000 people are dead following a magnitude 7.7 earthquake in Southeast Asia. The quake's epicenter was in Myanmar. It was also followed by a strong aftershock. BANGKOK (AP) - The death toll ...
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