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Death toll rises above 41,000 after Turkey, Syria earthquakes

 Published: 06:25, 15 February 2023

Death toll rises above 41,000 after Turkey, Syria earthquakes

The disaster, with a combined death toll in Turkey and neighbouring Syria exceeding 41,000, has ravaged cities in both countries, leaving many survivors homeless in near-freezing winter temperatures.

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan has acknowledged problems in the initial response to the 7.8 magnitude quake that struck early on Feb. 6 but has said the situation is now under control.

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