Quake's Shadow

Myanmar is in the throes of a devastating humanitarian crisis, triggered by ongoing civil war. The article focuses on the intense fighting in Myawaddy, a crucial trade hub on the Thai border, and the catastrophic impact it's having on the civilian population. The conflict has escalated dramatically since the military coup in 2021, with the junta facing increasing resistance from ethnic armed organizations and pro-democracy forces. Myawaddy has fallen to anti-junta forces, leading to the collapse of local administration and military infrastructure. This takeover has resulted in widespread displacement as residents flee the violence, seeking refuge in neighboring Thailand or internally displaced person (IDP) camps. The fighting has disrupted vital supply lines, leading to food and medicine shortages within the city and hindering efforts to provide humanitarian assistance. Adding to the crisis, the ruling junta is accused of deliberately obstructing aid efforts, further exacerbating the suffering of the affected population. Rescue workers and survivors paint a grim picture of desperate conditions and inadequate resources, highlighting the urgent need for international intervention to ensure access to humanitarian aid and protect civilian lives. The struggle for control of Myawaddy underscores the broader instability gripping Myanmar and the urgent need for a political resolution to end the civil war. find the original article here: https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2025/04/08/tkmw-a08.html