Myanmar - April 2025

A 7.9 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on 28 March, with an epicentre in the northern Sagaing region. At least 3,700 people died across the country and thousands more were injured. The total number of casualties remains uncertain, as the military junta has obstructed aid workers and humanitarian assistance from reaching areas not under its control and restricts the entry of international journalists to the country. The National Unity Government and some ethnic armed organizations announced humanitarian ceasefires on 29 March to ensure aid and relief efforts could reach those affected. The junta initially reciprocated on 2 April but began carrying out airstrikes and artillery attacks within 24 hours, killing dozens in the week following the earthquake.

Sources: British Broadcasting Corporation, The Guardian, The Irrawaddy, The Diplomat, International IDEA