Myanmar earthquake toll crosses 3,000
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In a short statement, the military said another 4,715 people have been injured and 341 are missing.
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Myanmar’s ruling military government has announced a temporary ceasefire in operations against armed opposition groups to aid recovery efforts following Friday’s devastating earthquake.
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