Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 06:18am on 29 Mar 2025,Saturday International
On March 28, 2025, a catastrophic 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck near Mandalay, Myanmar, causing widespread devastation. Over 1,000 people have been killed, and more than 2,400 injured, overwhelming hospitals struggling with limited resources. Blood donations are in high demand as medical facilities face severe shortages. The United Nations has allocated $5 million for immediate relief efforts. In neighboring Thailand, the tremors led to the collapse of a 30-story building in Bangkok, killing at least 10. Myanmar's military leader, General Min Aung Hlaing, has appealed for international assistance as rescue operations continue amid ongoing aftershocks. (PC: AFP)
