Fierce fighting has erupted in Kyaukphyu, a strategic port city in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, as the Arakan Army advances against the military junta. The city is vital to China’s Belt and Road Initiative, hosting key oil and gas pipelines and infrastructure. China has deployed private security personnel to protect its investments. Over 40,000 civilians have been displaced amid escalating violence. Control of Kyaukphyu now symbolizes not just local power, but also a geopolitical contest for influence between regional and global powers.

Residents in Myanmar’s Tamu district, near the Indian border, are in fear following the killing of 10 members of the anti-junta resistance group People's Defence Force (PKPF) by the Indian Army on May 14. The deceased were affiliated with the pro-democracy National Unity Government of Myanmar. While the Indian military claimed the victims were armed insurgents involved in suspicious activities, Myanmar’s National Unity Government alleges they were detained, tortured, and executed.

The United Nations Refugee Agency has reported that two separate boat accidents off the coast of Myanmar’s Rakhine State have left 427 Rohingya people missing. On May 9, a motorized boat carrying 267 Rohingyas capsized after setting off from the Arakan coast, with only 66 survivors. On May 10, another wooden motorboat carrying 247 people also sank shortly after departure; only 21 passengers survived. The intended destinations of the vessels remain unknown.

A deadly airstrike by Myanmar's ruling junta has killed 17 students and injured at least 20 more at a school, amid ongoing conflict following the 2021 coup. Since the military takeover, the junta has faced strong resistance from ethnic armed groups and pro-democracy forces aligned with the National Unity Government (NUG). The military continues to lose territorial control and is struggling to maintain governance. Just last week, the junta extended its ceasefire, initially declared after a recent earthquake, through May 31.

A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck near Meiktila in central Myanmar on Sunday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. No casualties or damages have been reported yet. This tremor comes amid ongoing recovery efforts following the devastating 7.7-magnitude quake on March 28, which killed 3,649 people and injured over 5,000, as reported by Myanmar’s military government spokesperson Major General Zaw Min Tun.

A moderate earthquake measuring 4.1 on the Richter scale struck Myanmar on Friday morning. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported the quake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers, raising fears of aftershocks. This comes just weeks after a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar on March 28, killing over 36,000 people and injuring more than 5,000. Hundreds remain missing under the rubble of collapsed buildings.

The death toll from the earthquake that struck Myanmar has risen to 3,354, with an additional 4,508 people injured. Moreover, 220 individuals remain missing. The United Nations humanitarian agency has renewed its call to the global community for assistance to the country.

In the aftermath of the earthquake, rescue teams have been deployed to Myanmar by China, Russia, India, and Bangladesh. Typically, the United States leads global efforts in disaster response and humanitarian aid. However, following the cessation of operations by the Trump-led U.S. aid agency, USAID, Washington has pledged $9 million in support to Myanmar. Despite this, the U.S. made it clear that the notion of always leading disaster recovery efforts worldwide is unrealistic.

A devastating earthquake in Myanmar has claimed 3,003 lives so far, with 4,639 reported injuries and over a hundred people still missing. The junta administration has warned that the death toll could rise further. Bianca Drogsch, deputy head of the German Embassy in Yangon, told Deutsche Welle that the number of casualties is expected to increase significantly. “In Mandalay alone, fatalities could range from 10,000 to 100,000,” she said.

The death toll from the powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has surpassed 2,700. Former imam of the Mayoma Mosque, Soe Nai, has lost 170 of his family members and loved ones in the disaster. Reports indicate that three mosques in the Sagaing region collapsed, including the largest, Mayoma Mosque. Many worshippers inside these mosques were killed.

In the following days, Soe Nai received one heartbreaking news after another—the deaths of his relatives, friends, and former colleagues, most of whom perished inside the mosque. “Among the deceased are small children,” he said.

On Monday, Myanmar’s military leader Min Aung Hlaing stated that nearly 500 worshippers died when mosques collapsed during prayers.

A devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake has struck Myanmar, marking the country’s deadliest quake in a century. The disaster has leveled ancient Buddhist pagodas and modern buildings alike. Military chief Min Aung Hlaing confirmed that the death toll has reached 2,719 and could exceed 3,000. Reports indicate that 4,521 people are injured, and 441 remain missing. The UN humanitarian agency confirmed that a collapsed primary school in Mandalay claimed the lives of 50 children and two teachers. Survivors in the hardest-hit areas are struggling with shortages of food, water, and shelter. Meanwhile, the International Rescue Committee reported that many are sleeping on the streets out of fear. The earthquake's impact has also been felt in Bangkok, where 13 deaths have been confirmed.

The death toll from the 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has surpassed 2,000, with over 3,400 injured and more than 200 people still missing. In response to the disaster, the government has declared a seven-day national mourning period starting Monday, during which the national flag will be flown at half-mast.

Meanwhile, in Thailand, the death toll has risen to 19, with 75 individuals still unaccounted for. On Monday, rescue teams in Mandalay pulled four people alive from the rubble, including a pregnant woman and a child. A Chinese rescue team also successfully saved an individual using a thermal blanket.

Myanmar’s ongoing civil war has made it difficult to deliver aid to many affected areas. Rebel groups have accused the military of continuing airstrikes even after the earthquake, further exacerbating the crisis.

Myanmar’s junta chief, Min Aung Hlaing, announced on Sunday that at least 1,700 people have died, and over 3,500 have been injured due to the earthquake. Additionally, 300 people remain missing, and the death toll is expected to rise. Rescue operations are ongoing, but progress is slow as most efforts rely on local residents who lack proper equipment. Many rescuers are forced to clear rubble with their bare hands due to a shortage of heavy machinery. Although several countries have sent rescue teams, disrupted communication and infrastructure have made it difficult to reach the hardest-hit areas. The earthquake has also claimed at least 17 lives in Thailand. Thousands of buildings have collapsed in both countries, and roads, bridges, and power supplies have been severely affected.

Myanmar's government has reported 1,644 deaths from the recent earthquake, with over 3,500 injured. Many remain missing, and bodies are still being recovered from the rubble. In response, Myanmar’s anti-junta resistance group PDF has announced a temporary ceasefire to facilitate relief operations. The U.S. Geological Survey warns that the death toll could surpass 10,000.

While Myanmar struggles to recover from a devastating earthquake that has killed 1,700 people, the country’s military junta has launched airstrikes on rebel groups. UN special rapporteur Tom Andrews condemned the attacks, stating, "While everyone is focused on rescue efforts, the military is dropping bombs. This is absolutely unacceptable." The airstrikes killed seven people in Shan State’s Naung Cho, occurring just three hours after the earthquake. The military also conducted aerial attacks near the Thailand border.

The death toll from Friday’s 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has surged to 1,002, according to the country’s military government. Thirty people remain missing, and over 1,600 have been injured. Images from hospitals show patients lying outside as facilities struggle to accommodate the wounded. Many victims, covered in dust and blood, arrived from remote areas via cars and pickup trucks. The earthquake also caused significant damage to infrastructure, including roads and hospitals. Myanmar’s military chief Min Aung Hlaing has visited hospitals to assess the situation.