Myanmar confirms deadly air strike as international outcry mounts

13 Sept 15:48 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's ruling junta confirmed it carried out a deadly air strike on a village, reportedly killing dozens of people, including schoolchildren, sparking immediate international condemnation.
The United Nations, along with Western powers like the US and Germany, vehemently condemned the attack, with the UN rights chief expressing horror and demanding accountability for those responsible.
The junta defended the strike by claiming it targeted an anti-junta group's ceremony, while international bodies reiterated calls for an immediate end to violence against civilians and unhindered humanitarian access amidst Myanmar's ongoing political and humanitarian crisis.

Myanmar extends martial law for another 90 days

Yesterday 10:44 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing extended martial law for an additional 90 days across 55 townships.
Administrative and executive powers under the decree were transferred to Gen Ye Win Oo, commander-in-chief of the armed forces.
This marks another extension of martial law, though the number of designated townships was slightly reduced from 58 to 55.
The affected townships are primarily regions under the control or occupation of various ethnic armed groups and resistance forces.