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Myanmar Military Announces Further Extension of Earthquake Ceasefire | The Diplomat
The junta has been accused of systematic violations of its ceasefires since the March 28 earthquake.
Source: The Diplomat | 7 May 2025
Myanmar’s military junta has again extended a temporary ceasefire in order to facilitate relief and reconstruction efforts following the earthquake that hit the country in late March.
In a statement published in state-run media today, Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing’s office announced the extension of the ceasefire until the end of May, “in order for the state to continue implementing reconstruction and rehabilitation efforts in earthquake-affected areas” and “to establish a genuine and durable peace.”
However, as with its previous ceasefire announcements, the military warned it is ready to take “necessary action” if resistance groups attack military personnel, engage in recruitment, or attempt any military build-ups or territorial expansion during the ceasefire period.
