Tue, 21-Oct-2025

6,000 babies born in southern Turkey since earthquakes

Turkey

6,447 babies have been born in southern Turkey since twin earthquakes. With 10,489 prenatal observations, 10,489 postpartum follow-ups. And 154,212 vaccine doses given. Since twin earthquakes hit the area earlier this month, about 6,500 babies have been born in southern Turkey, according to the country’s health minister. A total of “6,447 babies have been born … Read more

At least 98 people detained in Turkey in looting case

Turkey

Security officials in Turkey detained 98 people on Saturday. In allegations of robbing or deceiving earthquake victims. And looting damaged buildings, and defrauding phone victims. Security officials in Turkey detained at least 98 people on Saturday over allegations of robbing or deceiving earthquake victims or looting of damaged houses. Investigations were conducted into at least … Read more

Earthquake rescue hampered by security concerns

Earthquake rescue hampered

The deteriorating security situation in southern Turkey has hampered rescue operation. Leading to conflicts between unidentified groups and allegations of theft. Erdogan declared a state of emergency and promised to punish law breaker. The UN aid chief has described the earthquake as the “worst event in 100 years” and has called for regional politics to … Read more

Turkey restaurant owners travel to provide food to earthquake survivors

turkey earthquake

Restaurant owners from all across Turkey travel to Hatay to provide hot meals to survivors. Near the soccer-specific Hatay Stadium, about 550 white tents have been set up. They were feeding 1,000 people daily in adjacent villages. One of the areas most severely affected by Monday’s terrible earthquake was Hatay, so restaurant owners from all … Read more

Erdogan condemns criticism of earthquake response

Turkey earthquake

The government’s response to the earthquakes has drawn criticism. The French satirical magazine cartoon has been criticized’. For making light of the catastrophe. The government’s response to devastating earthquakes that have killed more than 11,000 people in southern Turkey and northwest Syria has drawn criticism, according to Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan. “This is a time … Read more