Myanmar Earthquake Today Rocks Thailand, China: Live Updates
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Myanmar Earthquake: Death Toll Crosses 1.6K
Above: A collapsed building in Mandalay on March 28, 2025. Image copyright: STR/Contributor/AFP via Getty Images
The Spin
Narrative A
The unprecedented scale of destruction requires immediate international intervention. As Myanmar's infrastructure and healthcare systems are already weakened by years of civil conflict, effective disaster response is nearly impossible without external support.
Narrative B
Myanmar must get international help, but aid must reach beyond the junta to ensure fast and efficient rescue efforts and relief. The unprecedented earthquake must also spell the end of a corrupt, oppressive, and illegitimate government so the country is better handled to respond to such disasters.