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Search teams race to find quake survivors as the death toll climbs past 15,000

Rescue workers in Turkey and Syria stretched into a third day of recovery operations on Wednesday as the death toll from this week's massive earthquake reached a grim milestone.

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How to donate to Turkey and Syria earthquake disaster response

Watchdogs recommend researching before you give money, with several compiling lists of the most effective charities.

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Erdogan Acknowledges Some Problems with Türkiye’s Quake Response

President Tayyip Erdogan acknowledged on Wednesday some problems with Türkiye’s initial response to the earthquake that rocked the south but said normal operations have resumed, adding that the death toll in the country rose to 8,574. Erdogan made his first visit to the devastated region since the Monday, when two…

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What you can do to help victims of the Turkey and Syria earthquake

Here are the charities working on the ground in Gaziantep and other affected areas.

The Independent UK

Syria's White Helmets: war responders leading quake rescue

Beirut (AFP) - Leveraging years of experience gleaned during Syria's war, the White Helmets are spearheading rescue efforts in the country's rebel-held north following the powerful earthquake that rocked Syria and Turkey.

AFP

More survivors found as Turkey-Syria quake toll tops 11,200

Antakya (Turkey) (AFP) - Searchers were still pulling survivors Wednesday from the rubble of the earthquake that killed over 11,200 people in Turkey and Syria, even as rescue chances dwindled and victims clamoured for help.

AFP

Syria Requests Assistance from EU after Massive Earthquake

Syria has requested assistance from the European Union, two days after a massive earthquake hit it and neighboring Türkiye, the European Commission said on Wednesday. "Earlier today, this morning, we have received a request from the government of Syria for assistance through the civil protection mechanism," European Commissioner for crisis…

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Infographic: How big were the earthquakes in Turkey, Syria?

The magnitude 7.8 and 7.6 quakes are classified as ‘major’ on the Richter scale. Al Jazeera explains what this means.

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Delegation of Lebanese Ministers Heads to Syria after Earthquake

Lebanon is sending a high-level delegation to Damascus on Wednesday to see how to provide assistance following the devastating earthquake that hit several areas in northwestern Syria earlier this week. The ministerial delegation will be led by Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib and Public Works and Transport Minister Ali Hamieh.

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In Syria's quake-hit Aleppo, survivors try to reach the missing

After Monday's earthquake brought down his family's building in Syria's battle-scarred second city of Aleppo, Youssef managed to reach one of his trapped relatives by phone, hearing voices despite a bad line.

Reuters

Turkey-Syria earthquake: Miracle baby born in rubble as death toll nears 10,000

Rescue teams in Turkey and Syria continue to search for survivors

Irish Mirror

Hope, heartbreak as children pulled from rubble in Turkey, Syria

Millions of children and their families have been impacted by the devastating magnitude 7.8 earthquake.

Al Jazeera

Turkey-Syria earthquakes: NGO calls for 'wider access to reach those most in need'

As the desperate search for survivors continues after the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, the WHO warns that up to 23 million people could be affected across the region. Our Perspective guest is Louise Bichet, Middle East Manager at Médecins du Monde (Doctors of the World), which has been…

France 24

China to Send $6 Million in Emergency Aid to Quake-Hit Turkey

The 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Monday near the country’s southern border with Syria, killing at least 7,000 people

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The Guardian - UK

Turkey and Syria earthquake death toll passes 11,200 as Erdoğan visits epicentre

Turkish president rejects criticism of authorities’ response, saying rescue operation getting better by the day

The Independent UK

How you can donate to the Turkey earthquake appeal

Rescuers warn time is running out to find survivors amid freezing cold conditions

Reuters

Syria requests EU support for the first time after earthquake

Syria has, for the first time, asked for assistance from the European Union, two days after a devastating earthquake killed more than 11,000 people there and in neighbouring Turkey, the European Commission said on Wednesday.

AFP

Syria's White Helmets rescuers urge international quake help

Beirut (AFP) - The White Helmets leading efforts to rescue people buried under rubble in rebel-held areas of earthquake-hit Syria appealed Wednesday for international help in their "race against time".

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Under 'Operation Dost', India Sends Humanitarian Assistance To Turkey, Syria

India is providing materials, supplies, medical supplies, and equipment, to Syria as well as sending search and rescue teams to Turkey under 'Operation Dost', said External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Syrian Families Left Homeless in Earthquake Aftermath

While civil rescuers in Syria continue their response missions to save those trapped under the rubble caused by Monday’s devastating earthquake, thousands are being forced to sleep in the open without shelter. These thousands had survived the quake by hurdling to the streets moments before their homes collapsed. “We no…

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Cracks, Fissures Risk Collapse of Buildings North of Damascus

Fear has gripped residents in northern Damascus, where cracks and fissures caused by Monday’s devastating earthquake threatened the collapse of homes and buildings. The earthquake’s destruction was not limited to northwestern Syria. It also extended to areas north of Damascus. Residents of the areas of Ish al-Warwar, Barzeh, Rukn al-Din…

Reuters

Pope calls for support for Syria-Turkey quake victims

Pope Francis offered his prayers for the thousands of victims of the earthquake in Syria and Turkey on Wednesday and called on the international community to continue to support rescue and recovery efforts.

Daily Record

Scots firefighters join rescue mission in Turkey as earthquake death toll nears 10,000

The team from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service will be assisting with the search and rescue operations following two devastating earthquakes.

The Guardian - AU

Turkey and Syria earthquake: how and where to donate in Australia to help the victims

Australian charities alliance launches appeal for donations as a major aid effort gets under way to help provide shelter, food and medical supplies

ABC News

Families in Australia nervously wait for news of missing loved ones trapped beneath rubble in Türkiye and Syria

As rescuers search for survivors trapped under toppled buildings in Türkiye and Syria following the magnitude-7.8 earthquake, families in Australia are anxiously waiting to hear news that loved ones are alive.

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