Myanmar blast near China border death toll rises to at least 55
A blast at a building storing industrial mining explosives in northeastern Myanmar has killed at least 55 people and injured more than 100, according to the latest confirmed figures. The explosion happened around noon on Sunday in Kaungtup village, in Namhkam township, close to the border with China. The incident has caused widespread damage in the surrounding area, with homes in two villages reported destroyed or damaged.The Ta'ang National Liberation Army, which controls the area, has described the incident as an accidental explosion. Its economic department said the facility was storing gelignite for use in local mining operations and that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jun 2026 18:34 LONDON
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India hosts Myanmar military leader Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met Myanmar military government leader Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi, in a visit that has drawn criticism from opposition figures and rights groups. India said it will continue engaging with Myanmar and described dialogue as the best way forward. The meeting comes as Myanmar remains in the grip of conflict after the 2021 coup that brought Min Aung Hlaing to power.Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said New Delhi's policy was "not intended to be a commentary on the internal political arrangements" in Myanmar. He said India believes sustained dialogue is important and that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Jun 2026 18:02 LONDON
