Tag: Myanmar
Bangkok declares disaster zone after Myanmar earthquake shakes city
As aftershocks continue, authorities in Thailand and Myanmar remain on high alert. Rescue operations are ongoing in affected areas
Caritas Asia chief urges prayers, aid following Southeast Asia quake
The 7.7-magnitude quake struck northwest of the city of Sagaing on Friday afternoon, followed by a 6.4-magnitude aftershock minutes later
Powerful earthquake rocks Myanmar, Thailand
The 7.7-magnitude tremor hit northwest of the city of Sagaing. A 6.4-magnitude aftershock hit the same area minutes later
War in Kachin State destroys Catholic compound; bishop appeals for peace...
Please pray for us to sustain our faith and hope in peace and justice in this situation,” said Bishop Raymond Sumlut Gam in a statement
‘Crying and despair’ as Myanmar military torches St. Patrick’s Cathedral
“There is crying and despair in the diocese of Banmaw following the destruction of St. Patrick's Cathedral, set on fire by the Myanmar army"
Cardinal Bo calls for ‘master builders’ of peace and unity amid...
Cardinal Bo stressed that Myanmar’s ongoing conflicts and humanitarian crises demand a pastoral response centered on healing and solidarity.
Historic cathedral in Myanmar razed during alleged military action
The fire broke out at around 4:00 p.m.during operations in the area allegedly conducted by soldiers of Myanmar’s ruling military junta
Myanmar’s Catholic community holds Rosary prayers for Pope Francis’ recovery
“He takes care of those despondent and weak. So he always remembers and prays for Myanmar,” said Francis Than Htun
Thailand ramps up repatriation of Chinese nationals from Myanmar scam centers
The Thai border force later confirmed that 456 Chinese nationals departed on six China Southern chartered planes
Aerial strike destroys pastoral center in Myanmar
The ongoing conflict has drastically altered life in the region. Many of the city’s residents have fled, with only around 20,000 remaining
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