In brief
Fighting continues in Myanmar, undeterred by ceasefires announced to aid earthquake relief efforts. Reports from the UN Human Rights office indicate the military has executed at least 14 attacks since the ceasefire took effect. The military has blamed the rebel groups involved in the ceasefires for initiating hostilities, while the rebels claim their response is a reaction to military offensives. Amid the unrest, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk has called for a complete cessation of military operations to prioritize assistance to earthquake victims. The devastating earthquake on March 28 has left 3,564 dead, with thousands more injured. Rescuers are struggling to reach many areas due to the military's restrictions on humanitarian aid. Even now, as tremors continue and needs grow, various regions remain cut off from essential assistance.
