Myanmar has arrested a TikTok astrologer for triggering panic by predicting a new earthquake in a viral TikTok video. This comes after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake killed 3500 people in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/myanmar">Myanmar </a>last month.&nbsp;
21-year-old TikToker John Moe posted his prediction on April 9. However, after posting the video, he was arrested following a raid at his home in the city of Sagaing on Tuesday morning for making "false statements with the intention of "spreading rumours and causing public panic".&nbsp;
He has more than 300,000 followers and predicted a "very strong" earthquake would strike "every city in Myanmar" in 12 days. He said that the earthquake will hit Myanmar on April 21.
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&ldquo;People should not stay in tall buildings during the day,&rdquo; Moe wrote in the caption of his video.
&ldquo;Take important things with you and run away from buildings during the shaking.&rdquo;
The video went viral on social media, receiving 3.3 million views, but also causing panic among people.&nbsp;
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However, according to experts, earthquakes are impossible to predict due to the complexity of the factors involved in such disasters.
Myanmar's military government released a statement on social media on Thursday, confirming that the TikToker has been arrested.&nbsp;
"We got a tip-off about fake news being spread through a TikTok account that a severe earthquake will hit," the statement said.
"Action will be taken effectively against him according to the law. Likewise, we will also take action effectively against those who write or spread or share fake news."
Last month, a major earthquake jolted Myanmar, killing over 3600 people, and injuring over 5100. Moreover, some 65,000 structures, including homes, schools and religious sites were destroyed.&nbsp;
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He predicted a "very strong" earthquake would strike "every city in Myanmar" in 12 days, adding that earthquake will hit Myanmar on April 21. WORLD

Myanmar has arrested a TikTok astrologer for triggering panic by predicting a new earthquake in a viral TikTok video. This comes after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake killed 3500 people in Myanmar last month. 21-year-old TikToker John Moe posted his prediction on April 9. However, after posting the video, he was arrested following a raid at his home in the city of Sagaing on Tuesday morning for making "false statements with the intention of "spreading rumours and causing public panic". He has more than 300,000 followers and predicted a "very strong" earthquake would strike "every city in Myanmar" in 12 days. He said that the earthquake will hit Myanmar on April 21. Also read: In Myanmar, ground cracked to reveal an ancient staircase peeking out for 16 years “People should not stay in tall buildings during the day,” Moe wrote in the caption of his video. “Take important things with you and run away from buildings during the shaking.” The video went viral on social media, receiving 3.3 million views, but also causing panic among people. WATCH | Myanmar's New Year amnesty excludes political prisoners like Suu Kyi However, according to experts, earthquakes are impossible to predict due to the complexity of the factors involved in such disasters. Myanmar's military government released a statement on social media on Thursday, confirming that the TikToker has been arrested. "We got a tip-off about fake news being spread through a TikTok account that a severe earthquake will hit," the statement said. "Action will be taken effectively against him according to the law. Likewise, we will also take action effectively against those who write or spread or share fake news." Last month, a major earthquake jolted Myanmar, killing over 3600 people, and injuring over 5100. Moreover, some 65,000 structures, including homes, schools and religious sites were destroyed. Also read: Weaponising earthquake? Myanmar junta accused of blocking aid in rebel-held areas, conducting airstrikes despite truce

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<h2>&lsquo;Inconsistency&rsquo; reveals fake video</h2>
According to an AFP report, experts pointed out the &ldquo;inconsistency&rdquo; of different movements in the clip, showing telltale signs that it was created with AI.
&ldquo;Myanmar Earthquake. 17M people Affected. God save all people. Pray,&rdquo; said the text in the video shared on Facebook.
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The false clip, which was shared a day after the 7.7 magnitude quake hit Myanmar, followed by a 6.7 magnitude aftershock, was also shared on TikTok and YouTube and gained millions of views.
According to AFP, in some of the videos, a TikTok username @the.360.report could be seen. While the original video was not found on the account, many of the videos shared by it had watermarks of a US-based AI generative company, Runway, and video generator platform MINIMAX Hailuo AI.
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Shu Hu, head of Purdue University's Machine Learning and Media Forensics Lab in the United States, told AFP that he believes the video was AI-generated.
&ldquo;The primary indication is that the individuals depicted in the video remain unnaturally stationary, whereas the fire visible in the distance exhibits realistic motion. This inconsistency strongly suggests artificial synthesis or manipulation,&rdquo; he explained.
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This viral video, claiming to show Myanmar's earthquake aftermath, has millions of views and global news coverage - but it's AI-generated and fake, created with Wan AI. <a href="https://t.co/7TVpu2PADY">https://t.co/7TVpu2PADY</a>
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An AFP also confirmed that no such gaping holes in the streets were found anywhere in Myanmar following the quake, as seen in the video.
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<h2>How to identify AI-generated images and videos?</h2>
AI-generated images and videos often have inaccurate rendering of background details and depth of scale. They also have slight distortions like pattern noise, unusual shifts or flickering in the background scenery, according to Forbes.
In deepfake videos, there are chances of misalignments between lip movements and spoken words. A person in an AI-generated video may also have an awkward expression, unnatural blinking or unusual microgestures, which result in a lack of congruence between the emotional tone of the spoken words and the displayed reactions.
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World | Trending | The false clip, which was shared a day after the 7.7 magnitude quake hit Myanmar, followed by a 6.7 magnitude aftershock, was also shared on TikTok and YouTube and gained millions of views.

Following the massive earthquake that struck Myanmar on Friday (Mar 28) that killed nearly 3,000 people, false videos claiming they show the aftermath of the quake have been circulating on social media. However, the video was fact-checked, proving it was generated using artificial intelligence. Also read | Myanmar earthquake: Death toll nears 3,000, what are the survival chances of people trapped under rubble? ‘Inconsistency’ reveals fake video According to an AFP report, experts pointed out the “inconsistency” of different movements in the clip, showing telltale signs that it was created with AI. “Myanmar Earthquake. 17M people Affected. God save all people. Pray,” said the text in the video shared on Facebook. Also read | Smallest coffins are the heaviest: Quake-hit Myanmar mourns death of 12 pre-school children The false clip, which was shared a day after the 7.7 magnitude quake hit Myanmar, followed by a 6.7 magnitude aftershock, was also shared on TikTok and YouTube and gained millions of views. According to AFP, in some of the videos, a TikTok username @the.360.report could be seen. While the original video was not found on the account, many of the videos shared by it had watermarks of a US-based AI generative company, Runway, and video generator platform MINIMAX Hailuo AI. Also read | Myanmar earthquake: India hands over 50 tonnes of relief material as death toll surpasses 2,000 Shu Hu, head of Purdue University's Machine Learning and Media Forensics Lab in the United States, told AFP that he believes the video was AI-generated. “The primary indication is that the individuals depicted in the video remain unnaturally stationary, whereas the fire visible in the distance exhibits realistic motion. This inconsistency strongly suggests artificial synthesis or manipulation,” he explained. This viral video, claiming to show Myanmar's earthquake aftermath, has millions of views and global news coverage - but it's AI-generated and fake, created with Wan AI. https://t.co/7TVpu2PADY — Volcaholic 🌋 (@volcaholic1) March 30, 2025 An AFP also confirmed that no such gaping holes in the streets were found anywhere in Myanmar following the quake, as seen in the video. Also read | Myanmar declares week of mourning as death toll surpasses 2,000 How to identify AI-generated images and videos? AI-generated images and videos often have inaccurate rendering of background details and depth of scale. They also have slight distortions like pattern noise, unusual shifts or flickering in the background scenery, according to Forbes. In deepfake videos, there are chances of misalignments between lip movements and spoken words. A person in an AI-generated video may also have an awkward expression, unnatural blinking or unusual microgestures, which result in a lack of congruence between the emotional tone of the spoken words and the displayed reactions. (With inputs from agencies)

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A quake that shattered Myanmar on Friday has left mourners in disbelief. At least 12 pre-school students were killed under the rubble; families are distraught. Two to seven years was the age of the children who succumbed to the disaster in Kyaukse, a town about 40km away from Mandalay.
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Bags, toys, and stationery were scattered around the building, which was reduced to rubble with very little left to call it a school. Piles of bricks and iron rods were all that was left of the structure. Parents were seen calling out to their babies in hope of hearing back. Locals were quoted in a report by news outlet BBC, saying for three days they would hear people calling out to their children; late at night they would hear names, and now it is all quiet.
A grandfather, who lost his 5-year-old granddaughter, said the family was preparing for her funeral; he was numb as he spoke these words. The child's mother was having her meal when the tremors of the earthquake were felt; she rushed to school only to see it reduced to debris. The grandfather said, "Fortunately, we got our beloved's body intact, in one piece."
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Locals believe the death toll is more than what has been released so far; they estimate at least 40 lives have been lost under the slabs of the school. What used to be a chirpy neighbourhood with kids learning and merrymaking has now become a graveyard. They say the smallest coffins are the heaviest; the families are still coming to terms with reality as they conduct funerals for the children who've lost their lives.

A quake that shattered Myanmar on Friday has left mourners in disbelief. At least 12 pre-school students were killed under the rubble; families are distraught. World

A quake that shattered Myanmar on Friday has left mourners in disbelief. At least 12 pre-school students were killed under the rubble; families are distraught. Two to seven years was the age of the children who succumbed to the disaster in Kyaukse, a town about 40km away from Mandalay. Also read: Myanmar declares week of mourning as death toll surpasses 2,000 Bags, toys, and stationery were scattered around the building, which was reduced to rubble with very little left to call it a school. Piles of bricks and iron rods were all that was left of the structure. Parents were seen calling out to their babies in hope of hearing back. Locals were quoted in a report by news outlet BBC, saying for three days they would hear people calling out to their children; late at night they would hear names, and now it is all quiet. A grandfather, who lost his 5-year-old granddaughter, said the family was preparing for her funeral; he was numb as he spoke these words. The child's mother was having her meal when the tremors of the earthquake were felt; she rushed to school only to see it reduced to debris. The grandfather said, "Fortunately, we got our beloved's body intact, in one piece." Also read: Myanmar earthquake: India hands over 50 tonnes of relief material as death toll surpasses 2,000 Locals believe the death toll is more than what has been released so far; they estimate at least 40 lives have been lost under the slabs of the school. What used to be a chirpy neighbourhood with kids learning and merrymaking has now become a graveyard. They say the smallest coffins are the heaviest; the families are still coming to terms with reality as they conduct funerals for the children who've lost their lives.

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Hundreds of grieving Muslims gathered for Eid prayers in the street in Mandalay on Monday, the death and destruction of&nbsp;Myanmar's huge earthquake casting a pall of anguish over the occasion.
The watching women were the first to weep. A tear, a sniffle, a cry.&nbsp;The emotion spread among hundreds of men lined up in the street outside two mosques where 20 of their fellow believers died.
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Sobs and sighs haunted the air in the gentle morning light.&nbsp;Finally the imam's voice broke as he prayed for the souls of the dead.&nbsp;
"May Allah grant us all peace," he intoned. "May all the brothers be free from danger."
The Muslims of Mandalay gathered for a sombre first prayer of the Eid al-Fitr festival, marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, three days after a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck during Friday prayers.
The minaret of the Sajja South mosque in the Muslim neighbourhood of Mawyagiwah crashed to the ground in the quake, killing 14 children and two adults, locals said.
Four more people were killed at the neighbouring Sajja North mosque when its tower came down.
Many of the dead were from Win Thiri Aung's family, close and extended.
"In normal times, it is full of joy when it is Eid," the 26-year-old told AFP.
"Our hearts are light. This year, we are not like that. All of our minds are with the dead children. I see their faces in my eyes.&nbsp;
"We believe the souls of children and everyone we know who died have reached Paradise. We believe they were blessed deaths," she said, breaking down.&nbsp;
"It is a test from Allah. It is a reminder from him that we need to turn towards him. So we need to pray more."
<h2>Terror at prayers&nbsp;</h2>
Outside the alley leading to the mosques, the Eid worshippers, many wearing the new clothes that are the traditional gift for the festival, lined up on plastic sheeting laid on the road, held in place by bricks.&nbsp;
A plastic bucket served for ritual washing.&nbsp;
"We have to pray on the road, feeling sadness and loss," said Aung Myint Hussein, chief administrator of the Sajja North mosque.&nbsp;
"The situation is so dire that it's hard to express what is happening.&nbsp;
"We were terrified when we saw the destruction. It feels as if our entire lives have been shattered by this series of tremors and fears."
The pattern of destruction in&nbsp;Myanmar's second city is variable, with some buildings utterly devastated and a few areas of concentrated damage.
Down the street from the mosques, a resident said six people were killed when a dessert shop collapsed, as well as two people in a restaurant across the road.&nbsp;
But much of the city appeared unharmed, with traffic on the streets, some restaurants reopening and daytime life beginning to return to normal for many.&nbsp;
That is a distant prospect for those who have lost loved ones.&nbsp;
Sandar Aung's 11-year-old son Htet Myet Aung was seriously injured at Friday prayers and died that evening in hospital.&nbsp;
"I am very sad, my son was very excited for Eid," the 37-year-old said tearfully. "We got new clothes that we were going to wear together.&nbsp;
"We accept what Allah has planned," she said. "Allah only does what's good and what's right and we have to accept that."
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Hundreds of grieving Muslims gathered for Eid prayers in the street in Mandalay on Monday, the death and destruction of Myanmar's huge earthquake casting a pall of anguish over the occasion. World

Hundreds of grieving Muslims gathered for Eid prayers in the street in Mandalay on Monday, the death and destruction of Myanmar's huge earthquake casting a pall of anguish over the occasion. The watching women were the first to weep. A tear, a sniffle, a cry. The emotion spread among hundreds of men lined up in the street outside two mosques where 20 of their fellow believers died. Also read: Myanmar earthquake shook Delhi-NCR, but the 'big one' is yet to come: How will Intensity VIII quake in Delhi feel like? Know more Sobs and sighs haunted the air in the gentle morning light. Finally the imam's voice broke as he prayed for the souls of the dead. "May Allah grant us all peace," he intoned. "May all the brothers be free from danger." The Muslims of Mandalay gathered for a sombre first prayer of the Eid al-Fitr festival, marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, three days after a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck during Friday prayers. The minaret of the Sajja South mosque in the Muslim neighbourhood of Mawyagiwah crashed to the ground in the quake, killing 14 children and two adults, locals said. Four more people were killed at the neighbouring Sajja North mosque when its tower came down. Many of the dead were from Win Thiri Aung's family, close and extended. "In normal times, it is full of joy when it is Eid," the 26-year-old told AFP. "Our hearts are light. This year, we are not like that. All of our minds are with the dead children. I see their faces in my eyes. "We believe the souls of children and everyone we know who died have reached Paradise. We believe they were blessed deaths," she said, breaking down. "It is a test from Allah. It is a reminder from him that we need to turn towards him. So we need to pray more." Terror at prayers Outside the alley leading to the mosques, the Eid worshippers, many wearing the new clothes that are the traditional gift for the festival, lined up on plastic sheeting laid on the road, held in place by bricks. A plastic bucket served for ritual washing. "We have to pray on the road, feeling sadness and loss," said Aung Myint Hussein, chief administrator of the Sajja North mosque. "The situation is so dire that it's hard to express what is happening. "We were terrified when we saw the destruction. It feels as if our entire lives have been shattered by this series of tremors and fears." The pattern of destruction in Myanmar's second city is variable, with some buildings utterly devastated and a few areas of concentrated damage. Down the street from the mosques, a resident said six people were killed when a dessert shop collapsed, as well as two people in a restaurant across the road. But much of the city appeared unharmed, with traffic on the streets, some restaurants reopening and daytime life beginning to return to normal for many. That is a distant prospect for those who have lost loved ones. Sandar Aung's 11-year-old son Htet Myet Aung was seriously injured at Friday prayers and died that evening in hospital. "I am very sad, my son was very excited for Eid," the 37-year-old said tearfully. "We got new clothes that we were going to wear together. "We accept what Allah has planned," she said. "Allah only does what's good and what's right and we have to accept that." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

A tear, a sniffle, a cry: Eid prayers offered amid devastation in earthquake-hit Myanmar

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Major disasters that cause unfathomable devastation, usually cause a shake-up and restore peace to areas torn by conflict, but not in Myanmar where the military junta continued airstrikes on rebel-held areas even after more than 1,600 people were killed in the devastating earthquake, and that too within hours of the tragedy. The UN has described the attacks as &ldquo;completely outrageous and unacceptable&rdquo;. The UN special rapporteur on Myanmar, Tom Andrews, condemned the military government&rsquo;s continued attacks on resistance-held areas. Andrews said at least three air strikes were carried out on the Sagain region&mdash;near the epicentre of the earthquake, and a rebel stronghold. Andrews told the BBC that it was &ldquo;nothing short of incredible&rdquo; that the military was continuing to &ldquo;drop bombs when you are trying to rescue people&rdquo; after the earthquake. He called on the military regime to stop all military operations. &ldquo;Anyone who has influence on the military needs to step up the pressure and make it very clear that this is not acceptable,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;I&rsquo;m calling upon the junta to just stop, stop any of its military operations,&rdquo; he added.
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Seven people were killed in an air strike in Naungcho in northern Shan state around 15:30 local time, less than three hours after the quake struck, confirmed BBC Burmese.&nbsp; Pro-democracy rebel groups fighting to remove the military from power reported aerial bombings in Chang-U township in the north-western Sagaing region, the epicentre of the quake. There are also reports of airstrikes in regions near the Thai border. The UN Secretary-General&rsquo;s Special Envoy on Myanmar, Julie Bishop, urged both sides to lay down their arms and allow help to reach those hit by the earthquake. The National Unity Government (NUG), which represents the ousted civilian administration, said that its armed forces would begin a two-week pause in &ldquo;offensive military operations, except for defensive actions&rdquo; in areas affected by the earthquake, from Sunday. Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailand-earthquake-woman-gives-birth-to-baby-on-bangkok-streets-8902886" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Thailand earthquake: Woman gives birth to baby on Bangkok streets</a> The 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Sagaing caused massive destruction in nearby Mandalay&mdash;the second largest city&mdash;as well as the capital, Nay Pyi Taw, which is more than 150 miles (241km) away. The junta says 1,644 people are known to have died and many more are believed to be trapped under rubble.
The military coup in 2021 has triggered mass protests across Myanmar as thousands hit the streets demanding restoration of civilian rule. The protests evolved into widespread insurgency involving pro-democracy and ethnic rebel groups, eventually leading to a civil war and violent fighting has continued between the military and armed resistance groups. The junta has suffered embarrassing defeats and lost vast swathes of territory and is since relying more on air attacks to crush resistance. Large parts of the Sagaing region, the earthquake epicentre, are now under the control of pro-democracy groups. Ethnic armies and resistance groups control 42 per cent of Myanmar&rsquo;s territory, says BBC report.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-syrian-government-includes-veteran-opposition-figure-hind-kabawat-first-woman-to-be-appointed-by-sharaa-8905506" target="_blank" rel="noopener">New Syrian govt includes Hind Kabawat, a Christian, first woman to be appointed by Sharaa</a> The military regime has the upper hand in aerial combat and has earlier carried out indiscriminate aerial bombardments destroying schools, monasteries, churches, and hospitals. More than 170 people, including many women and children, were killed in one of the airstrikes. The military has been getting support from Russia and China as both have sold sophisticated attack jets to the junta and provided training despite UN calls for an arms embargo. Russia and China have also now sent aid and rescue teams into Myanmar, but there is concern that the junta will use aid as a weapon in the civil war.&nbsp;
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-agrees-to-release-five-hostages-for-eid-al-fitr-gaza-ceasefire-8904805" rel="noopener" target="_blank">'Ball is now in Israel, America&rsquo;s court': Hamas agrees to release five hostages for Eid al-Fitr</a>&nbsp; &ldquo;What we know from past humanitarian disasters, natural disasters, is that the junta does not reveal the truth. It also has a habit of blocking humanitarian aid from getting to where it is most needed,&rdquo; Andrews said. &ldquo;They weaponise this aid. They send it to those areas that they have control of and they deny it to areas that they do not. I&rsquo;m afraid I&rsquo;m fully expecting that that will be the case with this disaster.&rdquo;

World: UN special rapporteur on Myanmar, Tom Andrews, condemned the military and said at least three air strikes were carried out on the Sagain region—near the epicentre of the earthquake, and a rebel stronghold.

Major disasters that cause unfathomable devastation, usually cause a shake-up and restore peace to areas torn by conflict, but not in Myanmar where the military junta continued airstrikes on rebel-held areas even after more than 1,600 people were killed in the devastating earthquake, and that too within hours of the tragedy. The UN has described the attacks as “completely outrageous and unacceptable”. The UN special rapporteur on Myanmar, Tom Andrews, condemned the military government’s continued attacks on resistance-held areas. Andrews said at least three air strikes were carried out on the Sagain region—near the epicentre of the earthquake, and a rebel stronghold. Andrews told the BBC that it was “nothing short of incredible” that the military was continuing to “drop bombs when you are trying to rescue people” after the earthquake. He called on the military regime to stop all military operations. “Anyone who has influence on the military needs to step up the pressure and make it very clear that this is not acceptable,” he said. “I’m calling upon the junta to just stop, stop any of its military operations,” he added. Also Read | Myanmar-Thailand earthquake: Over 1600 dead as toll continues to rise; India sends 40 tonnes of aid Seven people were killed in an air strike in Naungcho in northern Shan state around 15:30 local time, less than three hours after the quake struck, confirmed BBC Burmese. Pro-democracy rebel groups fighting to remove the military from power reported aerial bombings in Chang-U township in the north-western Sagaing region, the epicentre of the quake. There are also reports of airstrikes in regions near the Thai border. The UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy on Myanmar, Julie Bishop, urged both sides to lay down their arms and allow help to reach those hit by the earthquake. The National Unity Government (NUG), which represents the ousted civilian administration, said that its armed forces would begin a two-week pause in “offensive military operations, except for defensive actions” in areas affected by the earthquake, from Sunday. Also read: Thailand earthquake: Woman gives birth to baby on Bangkok streets The 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Sagaing caused massive destruction in nearby Mandalay—the second largest city—as well as the capital, Nay Pyi Taw, which is more than 150 miles (241km) away. The junta says 1,644 people are known to have died and many more are believed to be trapped under rubble. The military coup in 2021 has triggered mass protests across Myanmar as thousands hit the streets demanding restoration of civilian rule. The protests evolved into widespread insurgency involving pro-democracy and ethnic rebel groups, eventually leading to a civil war and violent fighting has continued between the military and armed resistance groups. The junta has suffered embarrassing defeats and lost vast swathes of territory and is since relying more on air attacks to crush resistance. Large parts of the Sagaing region, the earthquake epicentre, are now under the control of pro-democracy groups. Ethnic armies and resistance groups control 42 per cent of Myanmar’s territory, says BBC report. Also read: New Syrian govt includes Hind Kabawat, a Christian, first woman to be appointed by Sharaa The military regime has the upper hand in aerial combat and has earlier carried out indiscriminate aerial bombardments destroying schools, monasteries, churches, and hospitals. More than 170 people, including many women and children, were killed in one of the airstrikes. The military has been getting support from Russia and China as both have sold sophisticated attack jets to the junta and provided training despite UN calls for an arms embargo. Russia and China have also now sent aid and rescue teams into Myanmar, but there is concern that the junta will use aid as a weapon in the civil war. Also read: 'Ball is now in Israel, America’s court': Hamas agrees to release five hostages for Eid al-Fitr “What we know from past humanitarian disasters, natural disasters, is that the junta does not reveal the truth. It also has a habit of blocking humanitarian aid from getting to where it is most needed,” Andrews said. “They weaponise this aid. They send it to those areas that they have control of and they deny it to areas that they do not. I’m afraid I’m fully expecting that that will be the case with this disaster.”

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