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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Shweta Sharma

Myanmar junta extends fragile ceasefire for earthquake relief amid allegations of escalating violence

Myanmar’s ruling junta extended a temporary ceasefire in its fight with rebels in an effort to rebuild cities following a powerful earthquake that killed thousands of people and left many homeless.

The temporary truce between the military government and rebel groups has been extended till 30 April. However, the promise of a ceasefire has continued to be marred by allegation of violations by the military.

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