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After the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake in #Myanmar, the EU is stepping up support. ✈️ A Humanitarian Air Bridge is being launched to deliver vital aid. 🤝 EU Member States are mobilising assistance via the #EUCivilProtection Mechanism. More: europa.eu/!GyTnfG

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Myanmar: We are horrified over reports of a massacre in a village school in Sagaing yesterday. Perpetrators must be held accountable for this atrocity.  Our deepest condolences to the families of the victims, most of them children.

Today, 9 May, is Europe Day. We celebrate the beginning of the European integration process, built on the foundations of solidarity and collaboration. From diversity came a stronger unity; from the devastation of the most deadliest wars in Europe, came growth. Today, #TeamEurope…

A month after the devastating Myanmar earthquake, the EU continues to support the communities affected. This week, another two humanitarian air bridge flights ✈️ landed in Yangon with 147 tonnes of vital supplies from @Refugees and @UNmigration.

The European Union continues to provide humanitarian assistance to earthquake-hit #Myanmar. It has supported further flights to deliver 70.000 life saving relief items, which will be dispatched through @IOMatEU and its partners to the communities most in need. @ECHO_Asia…

Since the earthquake in #Myanmar, the EU has sent 7 humanitarian flights, delivering over 380 metric tonnes of shelter materials, water purification tabs, medical supplies and other life-saving essentials. ✈️

Food. Water. Hygiene. Shelter. Healthcare. Essential needs—for people facing an ongoing emergency in #Myanmar. 🇪🇺 Through trusted humanitarian partners, EU humanitarian aid continues to reach those who need it most.

In light of recent events, the EU would like to express our solidarity and sorrow for those who will not be able to welcome the new year with their loved ones this Thingyan. We have stood with the people of Myanmar since 1996, and will continue to do so. We remember the lives…

Today a second EU Humanitarian Air Bridge flight landed in Yangon carrying 55 tonnes of emergency supplies, including shelter kits, medical material and other critical items to help people in need after the #MyanmarEarthquake. All will be distributed by @FondazioneCESVI to the…

In response to the 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar, the EU is allocating an additional €10 million in humanitarian aid to support those affected: 🏚️ Emergency shelter 💉 Medical care 💧 Clean water 🚰 Sanitation 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Family reunification support More: europa.eu/!vNvbQx

We welcome the announcement of a temporary ceasefire by the Myanmar military and other parties to the conflict. It is a much needed step in ensuring rapid, safe and unimpeded access to humanitarian assistance for the victims of the catastrophic earthquake.

Acting fast. EU is already providing €2.5mil in emergency aid for people affected by this morning’s earthquake in #Myanmar. This will help address the immediate needs of the most vulnerable.  EU has activated its Copernicus satellite service to facilitate impact assessment.

Deeply saddened by the powerful earthquake that has struck Myanmar and Thailand. This adds to the already critical situation in Myanmar, where millions of people are in need of humanitarian assistance. The EU stands with the people of Myanmar and Thailand.

Deeply concerned by the destruction caused by the 7.7 magnitude earthquake that hit #Myanmar & the broader region. We’re monitoring the situation & have activated the #Copernicus earth observation tool to facilitate impact assessment. 🇪🇺 stands ready to provide emergency support.