Washington: President George W Bush today asked Myanmar's military junta to allow the US to provide disaster relief to thousands of people who were left homeless by the devastating cyclone that ravaged the coast of the country.

"Our message is to the military rulers: Let the US come to help you, help the people. Our hearts go out to the people of Burma. We want to help them deal with this terrible disaster. At the same time, of course, we want them to live in a free society," Bush said.

Bush's plea came as Washington announced another three million dollars in aid, through the US Agency for International Development (USAID).

"Burma has been hit by a terrible natural disaster. Laura and I and members of the Senate and House here express our heartfelt sympathy to the people of Burma. The United States has made an initial aid contribution, but we want to do a lot more," Bush said.

Source : PTI