Myanmar or Burma

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/27527691

Summary

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar killed over 1,000 people, with the U.S. Geological Service predicting fatalities could exceed 10,000.

Infrastructure damage and civil war have hindered rescue efforts.

Myanmar's junta has appealed for help despite strained international relations.

International aid from China, Russia, India, Malaysia, Singapore, and South Korea is arriving, while the U.S. pledged limited assistance.

In Thailand, nine people died, and a collapsed Bangkok skyscraper trapped 30 workers. Rescuers continue to search for survivors amid widespread devastation.