The National Unity Government (NUG) has expressed serious concerns about the safety of political prisoners, including State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi and President Win Myint, following the recent powerful earthquake in Myanmar. NUG spokesperson Nay Bun Latt highlighted particular worry for the security and well-being of political leaders and prisoners being held by the military council during this natural disaster situation.
According to the Department of Meteorology and Hydrology, another earthquake measuring 4.9 on the Richter scale struck near Naypyidaw in the afternoon of April 1st, after 1 PM. This aftershock followed the initial earthquake and has caused additional concern among residents in the affected areas. The seismic activity has raised questions about the safety of detention facilities where political prisoners are being held.
Meanwhile, even as civilians in Sagaing Region struggle to cope with earthquake damage, the military council forces have launched a major offensive in Budalin Township. This military operation has forced local residents to flee their homes, effectively dealing with both natural disaster and military aggression simultaneously. The situation for local communities has become increasingly precarious, with urgent humanitarian assistance needed as they face these dual challenges. The military council’s timing of the operation, during a period when people are already dealing with the aftermath of the earthquake, has particularly impacted vulnerable populations in the area.
