October 15, 2024 14:34 (IST)
UN agencies launch emergency response after devastating Türkiye and Syria quakes
New York: After a massive earthquake hit southern Türkiye and northern Syria in the early hours of Monday, prompting fears of a humanitarian crisis, UN aid agencies have scrambled to help many thousands of reported victims, including those still believed to be buried under the rubble.
Over 600 die as strong earthquake rocks Turkey, Syria
Ankara: At least 284 people died as a magnitude 7.4 earthquake hit Turkey's Gaziantep city region and caused severe damage in neighbouring Syria as well.
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