Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Surpasses 1,700 as Rescue Efforts Continue

The magnitude 7.7 earthquake has caused widespread devastation in Myanmar and Thailand, with international aid arriving to assist overwhelmed local efforts.

The confirmed death toll in Myanmar has risen to over 1,700, with 3,400 injured and 300 still missing, while in Bangkok, 17 deaths and 83 missing persons have been reported.
Rescue operations are ongoing but are hindered by damaged infrastructure, aftershocks, and limited equipment, leaving many areas still inaccessible.
The military junta in Myanmar has made a rare appeal for international assistance, with aid arriving from countries including China, India, Russia, and Germany.
Myanmar's opposition declared a two-week ceasefire to support relief efforts, though reports indicate the military junta has continued attacks on rebel groups.
The earthquake has exacerbated Myanmar's existing humanitarian crisis, with healthcare systems overwhelmed and millions already displaced due to ongoing conflict.