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Junta Kills Women and Children, in Wuntho Township Village
Source: Burma News International | By Kachin Media Group
The killed were travelling vendors who went by motorcycle around Wuntho Town and the surrounding areas selling their goods.
Karen communities reaffirm commitment to wildlife conservation in Salween Basin
Source: Mizzima
The declaration was issued following a two-day community gathering on April 17–18 at Way Boo Hta village, Butho Township, Mutraw District. Mutraw District is also known as Hpapun Township, Karen State
Collective ASEAN approach crucial to protecting regional interests – Anwar
Source: Bernama
Malaysia has emphasised the importance of a collective ASEAN approach in addressing regional issues, including the United States’ retaliatory tariff and the crisis in Myanmar, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim
Myanmar junta lets post-quake truce expire
Source: France 24 | By Agence France-Presse
Myanmar’s military junta let a truce declared to spur aid efforts after last month’s earthquake expire on Thursday, a ceasefire that monitors say it consistently violated with air strikes
Junta Boss Issues Labor Day Plea as Workers Desert Myanmar
Source: The Irrawaddy
Junta leader Min Aung Hlaing has urged working-age citizens to remain in Myanmar, claiming the country offers “a safer and more secure living environment” than moving abroad.
War veterans to bolster Tatmadaw-people unity
Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar
Senior General Min Aung Hlaing underlined that war veterans have to be mindful of their words and actions so as not to harm Our Three Main National Causes as national duties.
Myanmar auction fails again to attract bidders for the historic home of ousted leader Suu Kyi
Source: The Asahi Shimbun | By Associated Press
Many businesspeople with the wherewithal to make multi-million dollar purchases are widely seen as cronies of the ruling military. However, buying the property would make them targets of forces opposed to army rule
Junta Burns Down Bhamo Town Market
Source: Burma News International | Kachin News Group
The junta was also firing artillery into the town and soldiers were still setting fire to houses in the town, as of 30 April.
Regional neighbours back Malaysia’s push for peace in Myanmar, says Anwar
Source: Malay Mail
Cambodia and Singapore support Malaysia’s efforts, as the Asean Chairman, to continue dialogue with all stakeholders to ensure the safety of humanitarian workers and bring peace to the people of Myanmar.
Rising costs hamper restoration work one month after earthquake
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor
Residents of Patheingyi Township in Mandalay Region told DVB that they are still unable to start restoration work due to ground fissures
Seismic Shifts: A Timeline of Myanmar’s Deadliest Quake Disasters
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Maung KAVI
To put the current disaster’s scale into context, here’s a brief look at major earthquakes in Myanmar, from the Konbaung Dynasty (1752-1885) to the present, focusing on those that caused significant damage and loss of life.
Relief for Rakhine needs go-ahead from Bangladesh and Myanmar, says UN
Source: bdnews24.com
“The UN has a legal obligation to obtain permission from the concerned governments to deliver cross-border assistance,” says its Dhaka office
ROHINGYA CRISIS: Bangladesh engages with parties in Rakhine: UNHCR
Source: New Age
The interim government of Bangladesh has chosen to engage with the parties to the conflict in Rakhine State in pursuit of a solution there—where it rightly lies,’ said the UN Refugee Agency chief while addressing the UN Security Council in New York.
Myanmar: Private Meeting
Source: Security Council Report
This afternoon (30 April), the Security Council will convene for a private meeting on Myanmar. Special Envoy of the Secretary-General on Myanmar Julie Bishop and Special Envoy of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Chair on Myanmar Tan Sri Othman bin Hashim are expected to brief.
Production of arms and munitions decline in weapons manufacturing factories situated on west bank of Ayeyarwady River
Source: Narinjara
The attacks by revolutionary forces have affected the production of factories, security, and territorial control, which is why production has decreased.”
Displaced Earthquake Survivors Hit Again as Winds Destroy Shelters in Inle
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News
“The wind was relentless—it stripped away roofs and scattered our temporary shelters. People were left exposed, struggling to protect themselves from the rain and wind,” said an Inle-based volunteer assisting earthquake victims.
Govt yet to hold any talks with UN on ‘humanitarian corridor’: Alam
Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
“We want to make it categorically clear that the government has not discussed about the so-called humanitarian corridor with the UN or any other entity,” he told BSS
Myanmar junta accused of hoarding aid as local groups scramble to respond to earthquake
Source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation | By Libby Hogan
Photographs obtained by ABC show perishable supplies, including tents and emergency provisions, stockpiled at the Ministry of Social Welfare’s warehouse in Naypyidaw.
Myanmar Junta Calls for Naypyitaw Construction Firms to Repair Quake Damage
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Maung KAVI
Junta defence minister Maung Maung Aye, who is overseeing earthquake restoration, says the original construction companies have been told to repair damaged government buildings in Naypyitaw.
KIA Resumes Bhamo Attacks on Myanmar Junta After Quake Ceasefire
Source: The Irrawaddy
The Kachin Independence Army (KIA) and its allies have resumed attacks on regime bases at the district-level town of Bhamo in Kachin State after their earthquake ceasefire ended.
Junta bombs kill 8, injure dozens in northwest Myanmar
Source: Radio Free Asia | By RFA Burmese
Post-quake attacks have killed nearly 250 people, according to the country’s exiled civilian government.
Engaged Buddhism: INEB Offers Update on Humanitarian Aid One Month After Myanmar Earthquake
Source: Buddhistdoor | By Craig C Lewis
The International Network of Engaged Buddhists (INEB) has shared an update on its compassion-based efforts to provide aid to those communities most affected by the disaster.
Lawlessness Stalks Northern Shan Capital After Myanmar Junta’s Return
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Zaw Myat Khant
The northern Shan State capital of Lashio is in disarray because there has been no orderly administrative handover since the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) retreated just over a week ago.
Healthcare worker shortage hinders disease prevention, awareness efforts in Homalin
Source: Myanmar Peace Monitor
In the past, we held dengue awareness talks and conducted source reduction campaigns. Now, with insufficient healthcare staff, we can’t carry out these preventive measures.
Junta Expands 4 Cuts Campaign in Tanintharyi Region, Severely Restricting Food, Fuel, and Medicine Supplies
Source: Human Rights Foundation of Monland
The junta has significantly intensified its 4 Cuts campaign across Tanintharyi Region, expanding military deployments and fortifying defensive positions while severely restricting the flow of essential goods, including food, fuel, and medicine.