Myanmar’s ruling military declares ceasefire to facilitate quake relief efforts

Damaged buildings are seen in the aftermath of Friday’s earthquake in Naypyitaw, Myanmar (AP)

Myanmar’s ruling military has declared a temporary ceasefire in the country’s civil war to facilitate relief efforts following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that has killed more than 3,000 people.

The announcement by the military’s high command was reported late on Wednesday on state television MRTV, which said the truce would run until April 22 and was aimed at showing compassion for people affected by Friday’s quake.