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Friday's devastating earthquake in Myanmar has claimed the lives of an estimated 500 to 700 Muslims and destroyed nearly 50 mosques, many dating back to the 19th century, in Mandalay and Sagaing regions, according to the Spring Revolution Myanmar Muslim Network. Learn the full extent of the tragedy and the challenges faced by the Muslim community in Myanmar.
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As it happened: A roundup of The Irrawaddy's coverage of Sunday's earthquake-related news.
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Teams from China and Singapore have begun assisting local responders in operations to save victims trapped under debris in Mandalay and Naypyitaw, which were among the worst-hit areas in Friday's devastating earthquake.
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The People's Defense Force will halt offensive actions in quake-hit areas for two weeks, while the NUG vowed to facilitate global relief efforts in its areas of control.
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Sunday, March 30, 2025
Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 03/30/2025
Saturday, March 29, 2025
Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 03/29/2025
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The impact of Friday's earthquake is being revealed as neighboring countries move to provide relief.
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Rescue teams in Myanmar are working tirelessly, digging through the rubble to save victims trapped in buildings damaged by the 7.7-magnitude earthquake. With limited resources—and most of the time using their bare hands—these heroes are battling against time to find survivors.
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A regime waging war against its own people cannot be trusted to deliver assistance. Quake relief should be distributed via channels not controlled by the junta.
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China and Russia have dispatched rescue teams to assist in relief efforts following the powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on Friday afternoon.
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An Indian aid flight carrying tents, blankets, sleeping bags, food, hygiene kits, generators and medicines landed in Myanmar on Saturday, the foreign ministry in New Delhi said. The Indian embassy in Myanmar said it was in touch with the Indian community in Myanmar through the emergency contact number +95-95419602 for Indian nationals in need.
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Donald Trump said the US will help Myanmar recover from Friday's 7.7 magnitude earthquake that has left at least 694 dead and thousands injured.
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Trump vows US aid for Myanmar after devastating 7.7 quake, as junta makes rare plea for help amid ongoing civil war.
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Also this week, the junta boss boosted military spending, issued a renewed war cry, and ordered elections in regime-controlled areas by January.
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Friday, March 28, 2025
Daily Stories from The Irrawaddy for 03/28/2025
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A regime source says the control tower at Naypyitaw International Airport fell, killing all the controllers.
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Strong tremors felt in Ruili city in China's Yunnan province followed a strong earthquake in neighboring Myanmar.
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Three people are confirmed dead and more than 90 construction workers are missing after a 30-story tower that was under construction collapsed in Bangkok during Friday's earthquake. The earthquake caused buildings to sway and sent water cascading from rooftop pools onto the streets below in the Thai capital.
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Watch the latest video from the aftermath of devastation across Myanmar after a powerful earthquake rocks the country. According to eye-witness accounts, mass casualties are expected in the worst-hit areas with the junta declaring a state of emergency in Sagaing, Mandalay, Magwe, northeastern Shan State, Naypyidaw and Bago.
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Irrawaddy research suggests the regime is targeting civilians in recently liberated territory.
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The 7.7-magnitude tremor in upper Myanmar caused panic across the country and into Thailand, where dozens are missing after a skyscraper that was under construction collapsed.
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At an Armed Forces Day parade, Min Aung Hlaing said the military has "no history of acceding to demands of insurgents" or "tolerating threats to national security or peace and stability."
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Several buildings in Mandalay, Naypyitaw and other areas collapsed during the 7.7-magnitude earthquake, whose epicenter was near Sagaing town.
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With the US pivoting towards isolationism, unilateralism and nationalism, Southeast Asian nations must stick together.
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This week's Irrawaddy editorial discussion asks about Myanmar's junta Donald Trump's axing of the independent media.
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