7 dead, at least 30 missing in Myanmar after boat carrying people who fled fighting capsized

A tragic incident occurred in the Andaman Sea as a boat capsized, resulting in seven confirmed deaths and over 30 people missing. The boat was carrying villagers fleeing from fighting in Myanmar, overcrowded with passengers and commodities. The cause of the accident remains unclear, but strong currents in the sea may have played a role. The region has been experiencing conflict since the military ousted the elected government in February 2021, leading to violence and displacement. The rescue operations are ongoing as the community reels from this devastating event.