A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake has struck Myanmar and Thailand, resulting in a staggering death toll that now exceeds 2,000. Hospitals in Myanmar are overwhelmed as rescuers race against time to find trapped survivors amid the rubble. The military government has reported a significant number of casualties, with many people still unaccounted for. Meanwhile, the U.S. foreign aid cuts have created additional challenges for the ongoing relief efforts, prompting China and other nations to step in with assistance. In Thailand, investigations are underway regarding the collapse of a high-rise building in Bangkok, which has left many in shock and mourning. Local authorities have reported that the smell of death permeates cities in Myanmar as search and rescue operations continue. In light of this disaster, humanitarian organizations are urgently seeking access to affected regions to provide much-needed aid.