Turkey-Syria quake live to brief: Rescue efforts end in parts of northwest Syria; total death toll tops 24,000
Devastating Earthquake
The devastating earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria has left a trail of destruction, with a death toll surpassing 24,000. In Turkey, over 20,000 people have lost their lives, while in Syria, over 4,100 people have died. The Syrian Civil Defense forces have announced the end of rescue efforts in some areas, while others may end within the next two days. The rescue operations are expected to shift to rebuilding in the coming days, as the quake has left tens of thousands homeless.
In Turkey, 67 survivors have been rescued in the past 24 hours, but hopes for those still trapped are dwindling. Aid efforts are underway, with the World Health Organization (WHO) providing support and sending emergency supplies to the region. The United Nations has delivered aid in the form of tents, blankets, heaters, and solar lamps. Aid from Germany and Turkish communities in Germany is also arriving in Turkey, and the U.S. military has begun deploying forces to assist with the relief efforts.
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Earthquake Tragedy in Turkey Raises Questions about Government Response and Building Standards
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has announced that the Turkish government will pay citizens' rents for a year if they do not wish to stay in relief tents and has pledged to rebuild the quake-hit southern region.
Amid the aftermath of the earthquake, there have been extraordinary rescue efforts, including the rescue of a teenager in Gaziantep who was pulled from the rubble after a 94-hour effort. A misfired text message saved the life of a man in Kahramanmaras.
In northwest Syria, residents are waiting for help that has not yet arrived. The quake has caused widespread devastation, and residents are relying on aid from the United Nations and other organizations.
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