

Will Myanmar’s trapped survivors be rescued in time?
Apr 2, 2025
Bob Kitchen, Vice President of Emergencies at the International Rescue Committee, discusses the devastating aftermath of the earthquake in Myanmar. He highlights the urgent need for global solidarity and aid as the country grapples with ongoing civil unrest. The conversation delves into the heroic rescue efforts amid ruins and the resilience of local aid workers. Kitchen also sheds light on the severe humanitarian challenges, including halted US support, that complicate relief efforts in this multifaceted crisis.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Desperate Rescue Amidst Ruins in Myanmar
01:48 • 2min
Aftershock: Myanmar's Earthquake Crisis
03:24 • 10min
Myanmar's Multi-Faceted Crisis: Earthquake, War, and Stranded Aid
13:30 • 2min
Humanitarian Crisis in Myanmar
15:23 • 6min
The Urgency of Global Solidarity in Times of Crisis
21:02 • 2min