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Myanmar declares ceasefire amid earthquake relief attempts
Rescuers clean debris from damaged buildings in the aftermath of Friday's earthquake in Naypyitaw, Myanmar, April 2, 2025
MYANMAR’S junta declared a temporary ceasefire in the country’s civil war today to help relief efforts for survivors of the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake
The announcement by the military’s high command was reported on state television MRTV, which said the truce would run until April 22 and was aimed at showing compassion for people affected by Friday’s quake.
It followed unilateral temporary ceasefires announced by armed resistance groups opposed to military rule.
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