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UN expert calls for emergency Security Council action to address ceasefire violations after devastating Myanmar earthquake
Source: United Nations Human Rights Council | Statement
“Given the dire humanitarian crisis in Myanmar and the junta’s active obstruction of humanitarian relief efforts, it is imperative that the UN Security Council act to protect the people of Myanmar,” Andrews said.
Full investigation into river pollution in rivers north urged
Source: Thai PBS World
The Thai government must investigate the sources of heavy metal and arsenic contamination in two rivers north; Sai and Kok, to ensure the safety of people in the area, said Pita Limjaroenrat, chief advisor to the Progressive Movement today.
Thailand sends third humanitarian team to Myanmar
Source: Bangkok Post | By Apinya Wipatayotin
Thailand on Saturday dispatched a third rotation of humanitarian personnel to assist in disaster relief efforts in Myanmar, which was severely affected by the March 28 earthquake.
Myanmar Earthquake: HNRP Flash Addendum – Issued April 2025
Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs | Publication
This document outlines the Humanitarian Country Teams (HCT) response strategy, with additional estimated financial requirements for humanitarian organizations to assist people impacted by the devastating earthquakes
Myanmar’s resistance faces a moral quandary after the quake
Source: Frontier Myanmar | By Nyi Nyi Kyaw | Frontier
The swift delivery of aid to survivors of the recent earthquake must take precedence over transient political gains in a long-running conflict.
At least US$55.8 million in corporate donations made to Myanmar junta since earthquake, risk funding atrocities
Source: Justice for Myanmar | Press Release
Corporate donations of at least US$55.8 million marked for earthquake relief in Myanmar may actually be aiding the military junta in ongoing international crimes and widespread human suffering, warns Justice For Myanmar.
Monumental Ruins Emerge Following Massive Myanmar Earthquake
Source: Art News | By Francesca ATON
The ruins of a possible water palace from the Konbaung Dynasty era have emerged following the massive 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar late last month.
Capitalizing on Calamity and Chaos in Myanmar
Source: The Irrawaddy | By David Scott Mathieson
Myanmar’s military leadership never fails to take advantage of human suffering to spin a narrative of legitimacy and political prowess.
Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing posed in a suit – it should have been a prison uniform
Source: The Independent | By Benedict Rogers
Arguably, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, Myanmar’s military dictator, belongs in the dock in The Hague and not at summits shaking hands with other world leaders.
Two years since the deadly air attack on Pa Zi Gyi village, Myanmar and air strikes continue unabated
Source: Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar | Press Release
Aerial bombardments, including the use of drones and alleged use of chemical weapons, are a grim hallmark of the Myanmar conflict and have increased in frequency since the Pa Zi Gyi attack.
A Rebel Border: India’s Evolving Ties with Myanmar after the Coup
Source: International Crisis Group | Briefing Paper
Fragmentation of Myanmar’s state has prompted India to adjust its foreign policy stance toward its neighbour, balancing engagement with Naypyitaw with outreach to regime opponents, who now control much of the Indian border.
Muslim IDPs from Maungdaw allowed to return
Source: Burma News International | By Narinjara News
A local Muslim IDP stated, “On April 7, the AA permitted Muslim inhabitants to access Ward (1) and Ward (4). On the 8th, the inhabitants were permitted to access Ward (2).
Earthquake Deals Heavy Blow to Myanmar Military
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Moe Sett Nyein Chan
The March 28 earthquake had a severe impact across central Myanmar, especially in junta-controlled areas.
Accountability key to resolving Rohingya crisis: Dhaka
Source: United News of Bangladesh
On the sidelines of the ‘Antalya Diplomacy Forum 2025’ Hossain had a meeting with Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) Karim A.A. Khan KC and discussed the issue.
US must change course with Myanmar
Source: Bangkok Post | By Brahma Chellaney
Myanmar needs help. After more than four years of brutal civil war, the country has been hit by a 7.7-magnitude earthquake, the strongest it has suffered since 1946.
Rohingya Refugees Are Not Safe in Bangladesh or Myanmar
Source: Inter Press Service | By Oritro Karim
Rohingya refugees have informed Doctors Without Borders (MSF) that high levels of violence persist in the Cox’s Bazar camps, particularly after nightfall. “When I hear loud noises, it’s like I’m back in Myanmar,” said a Rohingya refugee.
Development at A Cost: Environmental & Community Impact of Kyaukphyu SEZ
Source: The Sabai Times | By Pyae Phyoe Mon
The larger and more complex the project, the greater the potential for positive and negative effects on the local community.
Myanmar earthquake survivors need us now, let’s not turn away – DEC
Source: The Irish News | By Saleh Saeed
Saleh Saeed, Chief Executive of the Disasters Emergency Committee, writes for The Irish News on the disaster which has left more than 3,500 dead
Flowers in their hair: Shan boys ordained into Buddhist monkhood
Source: France 24 | By Agence France-Presse
Dressed in flowers, finery and makeup, scores of boys were paraded around a temple in Thailand after having their heads shaved — a symbolic start to a centuries-old Shan monkhood ordination
Dispatch of the Second Japan Disaster Relief (JDR) Medical Team and Emergency Grant in Response to the People Affected by the Earthquake in Myanmar
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan | Press Release
Based on the assessment that the needs for medical support in the affected areas of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar remain high, the Government of Japan decided to dispatch the second batch of the Japan Disaster Relief (JDR) Medical Team to the area.
Japan to send 2nd medical team to quake-hit Myanmar on Saturday
Source: The Mainichi
Japan will send its second medical team to Myanmar on Saturday to meet increasing health care needs in the Southeast Asian country after a powerful earthquake last month, Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya said.
Earthquake in Myanmar: As the planting season nears, FAO scales up emergency response for farmers
Source: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
FAO aims to reach over 70,000 people with agricultural inputs and financial and infrastructure support to help them rebuild their livelihoods
Myanmar Earthquake Appeal
Source: Glasgow Chamber of Commerce
People in Myanmar were already facing a severe humanitarian crisis, with more than 19 million people – over a third of the population – in need of aid.
Comment by UN Human Rights Office spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani on continued attacks in Myanmar amid rescue efforts
Source: Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights | Comment by Ravina Shamdasani
As the traditionally festive season of Thingyan and the start of a new year begins on Sunday in Myanmar, we call for common efforts to assist those in greatest need.
Shattered Lives, Lost Treasures: Traveling in Myanmar’s Quake Zone
Source: The Irrawaddy
I vividly recalled the senior nun’s words: “The day the earthquake struck, wealthy and ordinary people became equal in Mandalay. Everyone has been forced to stay on the streets.