Overview
- The official death toll has climbed to 3,564, with 5,012 injured and 210 missing, as rescue operations continue in quake-hit regions.
- Heavy rains and extreme heat are complicating relief efforts, with aid agencies warning of increased risks of disease outbreaks in overcrowded camps.
- Myanmar's military junta declared a temporary ceasefire to facilitate aid but has been accused of continuing attacks in rebel-held areas, undermining relief efforts.
- International aid has been mobilized, with significant contributions from China, India, and ASEAN nations, while logistical challenges and junta restrictions slow aid distribution.
- Aftershocks, including a 4.7-magnitude quake, continue to impact the region, while damaged infrastructure and ongoing civil conflict exacerbate the humanitarian crisis.