Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Rises to Nearly 2900

sagaing - The official death toll in Myanmar reaches 2886 following the earthquake. Civil war complicates rescue efforts as junta restricts access.

Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Update

The official death toll in Myanmar has risen to 2886 due to the recent earthquake, as reported by state television MRTV.

Civil War Impact

• Parties involved in the civil war have temporarily halted fighting, but the military junta leader vows to continue.
• UN agencies, human rights groups, and countries urged for an end to the conflict.

Rescue Efforts

• A 26-year-old man was rescued from the rubble in Naypyidaw, the capital city.
• A Turkish-Myanmar team successfully extracted a hotel staff member trapped under debris.

Challenges and Concerns

• Fears arise that the actual number of casualties is higher due to difficulties in reaching the affected areas.
• Rescuers face obstacles accessing the region, exacerbated by junta restrictions preventing aid workers and journalists from entering.