Azerbaijan sends field hospital to Turkey
Azerbaijan will send two planes of humanitarian aid for those damaged by the 10 and 7,7 magnitude earthquakes centered in Kahramanmaraş, affecting 7,6 provinces.
In the statement made by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Azerbaijan, it was reported that 2 planes carrying humanitarian aid materials will depart for Turkey in the near future, upon the instruction of President Ilham Aliyev.
In the statement, it was stated that one of the planes had a fully equipped field hospital. Azerbaijani doctors will work in the hospital to be established in one of the earthquake zones.
On the other plane, there are materials such as tents, blankets and heaters.
Azerbaijan had sent 420 personnel to Turkey to participate in search and rescue efforts.
Condolence message from the World Bank and IMF due to earthquakes
World Bank President David Malpass and International Monetary Fund (IMF) President Kristalina Georgieva issued a condolence message for the earthquakes in Kahramanmaraş.
World Bank Group President Malpass shared on his social media account that he offered his condolences to the people of Turkey and Syria who were affected by the devastating earthquake and said, "The World Bank will act quickly to support those affected by the earthquake." used the phrase.
IMF Director Georgieva also stated that she is deeply saddened by the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria and the developing humanitarian tragedy.
Stating that her thoughts and prayers are with those affected by this disaster, Georgieva expressed her condolences to those who lost their loved ones.
Aid team of 83 people from Lebanon departed for Adana on a THY plane
A search and rescue team of 83 people from Lebanon departed for Adana on a Turkish Airlines (THY) plane.
A plane belonging to THY Anadolu Jet was sent to Beirut Rafik Hariri International Airport to pick up the Lebanese crew.
Lebanese Army Search and Rescue Team, Lebanese Red Cross, Lebanese Prime Ministry, Lebanese Civil Defense Unit, Beirut Fire Brigade, Beirut-Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) search and rescue team and United Nations Humanitarian Coordination Office personnel, including 83 people. The plane carrying the rescue team took off from Beirut to go to Adana.
Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati stated that they could send a search and rescue team to Turkey to rescue those under the rubble after the Kahramanmaraş-centered earthquakes.
Get well soon phone from US President Biden to President Erdogan
US President Joe Biden called President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan by phone and conveyed his wishes for the earthquake to get well soon.
US President Biden, who called President Erdoğan on the phone due to the earthquake, conveyed his condolences for those who lost their lives and wished the injured a recovery.
The USA is sending aid teams, including search and rescue teams of 158 people, to Turkey.
Due to the earthquake, the USA will send additional aid teams, including two urban search and rescue teams of 79 people, each consisting of 158 personnel, to Turkey.
White House National Security Council Strategic Communications Coordinator John Kirby answered journalists' questions at a daily press conference held online.
Noting that the US officials took immediate action regarding the earthquakes in NATO ally Turkey and discussed the assistance that could be sent with the Turkish authorities, Kirby said, “Currently, in addition to the personnel in the field, there are 79 hrs. We are sending aid teams, including two urban search and rescue teams each.” said.
Kirby reported that the US Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Department of Defense (Pentagon) are also negotiating with Turkey for additional assistance in coordination.
Apple company will donate to earthquake victims
Apple's Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Tim Cook, also conveyed his condolences to Turkey and Syria, saying, "Apple will donate to relief and recovery efforts." included the description.
Georgia sends search and rescue team to Turkey
It was reported that the Georgian government sent a search and rescue team to Turkey to support the rescue of those trapped under the rubble in the Kahramanmaraş-centered earthquakes.
In a written statement made by the Georgian Ministry of Internal Affairs, it was stated that the search and rescue team consisting of 60 people set out with the decision of the Georgian government.
In the statement, it was noted that the search and rescue team will work in Turkey under the management of Teimuraz Mgebrişvili, Head of the Georgia Emergency Management Service.
In the statement, it was also stated that trained dogs and related equipment were sent to Turkey with the team.
The search and rescue team sent by Bulgaria entered the country through the Kapıkule Border Gate
After the 10 and 7,7 magnitude earthquakes in Kahramanmaraş, which affected 7,6 provinces, Bulgaria's search and rescue team, sent by land, reached Turkey.
13 personnel, 50 of whom are search and rescue specialists, who came together from different cities of Bulgaria and set out with 59 vehicles, entered the country through the Kapıkule Border Gate after passport procedures.
The head of the team, Kaloyan Donchev, told reporters through a translator that he expressed his condolences to the Turkish people.
Stating that they are sad because of the earthquakes, Donchev said, “We are neighbors and every bad thing you experience affects us deeply. I know that you have a lot of preparation in Turkey and you are doing everything necessary. But we, as neighbors, could not turn a blind eye to this. We wanted to join you too. We are a total of 50 people, 59 of whom are specially trained personnel who took part in earthquakes. We're also bringing our special technology to find people trapped under the wreckage with us." he said.
Donchev stated that they will reach the earthquake zone by land and participate in search and rescue efforts.
After the procedures, the convoy set out under police escort.
Search and rescue team from Germany moved to the earthquake zone
A team of 41 officers and 7 dogs set off from Cologne, Germany, to participate in search and rescue efforts.
The team of experts, organized by International Search and Rescue (ISAR), departed for Gaziantep by private plane from Cologne-Bonn Airport.
The leader of the rescue team, Steven Bayer, said in a statement to the AA correspondent before the flight that they came together as a "quick rescue team" in the first stage to contact the authorities in Turkey and reach the earthquake area as soon as possible.
Stating that they have more than 20 years of search and rescue experience as a team, Bayer stated that they act very quickly and are organized and will work to help the people who were damaged in the earthquake.
It was stated that the rapid rescue team, which uses specially trained and odor-sensitive rescue dogs as well as special search technology to find the people under the debris, will work for 100 hours in the first stage and can stay in Turkey for 14 days if necessary.
Messages of support and solidarity from Latin American countries regarding earthquakes in Kahramanmaraş
Latin American countries published messages of support and solidarity after the earthquakes.
Colombia
In the statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Colombia, stating that they are ready to help, "The Colombian government is deeply saddened by the irreparable loss of life as a result of the earthquake and aftershocks that took place today in the Kahramanmaraş province of the Republic of Turkey." used his statements.
The Ministry stated that they are in solidarity with the people of Turkey and Syria.
Thailand
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stated on his Twitter account that he is following the tragedy with great concern and said, "Brazil expresses its solidarity with the peoples of the two countries, the families of the victims (Turkey and Syria), and everyone who has lost their homes." shared.
Venezuela
The Venezuelan Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on its Twitter account, conveyed its condolences to the people of Turkey and Syria and said, “We are ready to help and support the affected areas to return to their former state as soon as possible. We pray for the speedy recovery of the many injured.” he shared.
Ecuador
In the statement made by the Ecuadorian government, the sadness felt due to the deaths caused by the earthquake was expressed and "Ecuador, which was shocked by the very severe earthquake that occurred in Turkey this morning, is in solidarity with the families of the victims." made his statement.
Küba
Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez Parilla, in his post on his social media account, said, “I would like to express my deep sadness and solidarity to the people and government of Turkey. My condolences to the families and friends of the victims." said.
Meksika
Mexican Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard said: “We express our condolences to the Turkish people for the damage and unfortunate loss of life caused by the earthquake in the south of the country. We share our solidarity in these difficult times.” used the phrase.
Paraguay
In a statement made by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Paraguay, it was stated that it expressed its sincere condolences to the government and people of Turkey and wished the missing persons to be reached as soon as possible and the injured to recover.
Dominican Republic
Roberto Alvarez, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic, tweeted, "I offer my condolences to the brotherly Turkish people and government for the loss of life and material damage in the earthquake that occurred in the south of the country." shared.
Arjantin
Argentine Foreign Minister Santiago Cafiero expressed his condolences to the people of Turkey and Syria on his Twitter account and said that they are in solidarity with the families of the victims.
Sili
In the statement made by the Chilean government, expressing the sadness about the earthquake in Turkey and Syria, “Chile expresses its solidarity with the victims due to the deaths caused by the earthquake that affected the southern provinces of Turkey and northern Syria. He wishes the injured to recover as soon as possible and the missing to be rescued.” it was said.
Bolivya
In a statement made by the Bolivian government, it was noted that they were in solidarity with the peoples of Turkey and Syria, and offered their sincere condolences to the families of those who lost their lives.
Peru
In the statement made by the Peruvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, it was stated that it is in deep solidarity with the people of Turkey and Syria, and expressed its condolences to the families of the victims and those affected by the earthquake.
Iraqi Red Crescent is sending a first aid team of 150 people to Turkey
The Iraqi Red Crescent announced that it has sent a first aid team of 10 people to Turkey after the earthquakes of magnitude 7,7 and 7,6 affecting 150 provinces in Kahramanmaraş in total.
The Iraqi Red Crescent released a written statement regarding the earthquakes that caused destruction and death in Turkey and Syria.
In the statement, it was stated that a volunteer first aid team of 150 people was sent to Turkey.
The Iraqi Red Crescent also announced that it has sent 50 tons of aid including first aid supplies, food and tents to Syria.
Belarus to send search and rescue team to Turkey due to earthquake
It has been reported that Belarus will send a search and rescue team to Turkey to support the rescue of those trapped under the rubble after the 10 and 7,7 magnitude earthquakes affecting 7,6 provinces centered in Kahramanmaraş.
According to the statement made by the Presidency of Belarus, Vadim Sinyavkiy, Minister of Emergencies of Belarus, briefed President Aleksandr Lukashenko about the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.
It was stated that Lukashenko ordered to send special equipment to Turkey with the search and rescue team of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Belarus.
In the statement, it was noted that efforts will be made to send humanitarian aid to Syria.
Kosovo sends 30-person search and rescue team to Turkey
The Kosovo government has decided to send the Kosovo Security Force Unit to support the international humanitarian aid operation in Turkey due to the earthquakes affecting 10 provinces centered in Kahramanmaraş.
Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani said in a statement that he approved the decision to send the Kosovo Security Force Association to support the international humanitarian aid operation in Turkey.
Expressing that he is in full solidarity with Turkey, Osmani stated that Kosovo will continue to provide the necessary support.
According to the decision, a Kosovo Security Force Unit of 30 soldiers will participate in search and rescue efforts in Turkey.
The union went to Turkey with Turkish Airlines' scheduled Pristina-Istanbul flight in the evening.
An aid campaign was launched in cooperation with the Kosovo Democratic Turkish Party (KDTP) and the Prizren Tradesmen Association to support the people in the earthquake-affected regions.
KDTP Chairman and Kosovo Regional Development Minister, Fikrim Damka, called for support to the aid account opened and stated that the collected aid will be delivered to the earthquake victims as soon as possible.
North Macedonia to send 40-person search and rescue team to Turkey
After the Kahramanmaraş-centered earthquakes, North Macedonia decided to send a search and rescue team of 40 people to Turkey.
The government of North Macedonia held an extraordinary session to provide emergency aid to Turkey after the Kahramanmaraş-centered earthquakes.
In the session, it was decided to send a search and rescue team of 40 people, stating that there were North Macedonian citizens in the earthquake area.
In the session, it was decided to send equipment used in search and rescue, 6 vehicles, 2 fire trucks, 10 thousand blankets for earthquake victims, 200 stretchers and 2 trained dogs.
Search and rescue teams from Russia moved to Turkey
Russian Emergency Situations Minister Aleksandr Kurenkov reported that Russian search and rescue teams and health experts were sent to the earthquake-affected areas in Turkey.
Kurenkov, in a statement in the capital Moscow, stated that, upon the instruction of Russian President Vladimir Putin, search and rescue teams were on their way to Syria with Turkey.
Noting that the said teams were sent to the earthquake-affected areas by 4 aircraft belonging to the Ministry, Kurenkov stated that they consisted of 100 rescue specialists and 7 cynology groups and were equipped with the necessary equipment.
In addition, Kurenkov stated that a field hospital will be delivered to the earthquake area together with the teams and that 40 healthcare professionals will provide medical support in this hospital.
Hungary sent 55-person search and rescue team to Turkey
The Hungarian government sent a team to support the international humanitarian aid operation in Turkey due to the earthquakes affecting 10 provinces centered in Kahramanmaraş.
In his statement, the State Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Bence Retvari, said that a 55-person search and rescue team affiliated to the Hungarian National Disaster Management General Directorate was sent to Turkey to help earthquake victims.
Retvari noted that the team affiliated to the National Disaster Management is very experienced and will strengthen the Turkish-Hungarian friendship with their work in Turkey.
It was stated that together with the team, search and rescue dogs and 90 tons of equipment moved to Adana by plane belonging to the Hungarian Army.
Support from Palestine to search and rescue efforts in Turkey and Syria
Palestinian Prime Minister Muhammed Istiyya stated that civil defense and medical teams will be sent to participate in the search and rescue efforts in Turkey and Syria after the Kahramanmaraş-centered earthquakes.
In a statement on its social media account, İştiye offered its condolences to the relatives of those who lost their lives in the earthquakes and wished the injured a speedy recovery.
The Prime Minister stated that in line with the instructions of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, civil defense and medical teams will be sent to participate in the search and rescue efforts in the earthquake that caused thousands of casualties and injuries in Turkey and Syria.
İştiye stated that necessary arrangements were made with the authorities of the two countries within the framework of facilitating the access of search and rescue teams to the earthquake-affected areas and the delivery of aid.
Search and rescue team from Malta moved to Turkey
The Malta team, based in Kahramanmaraş, which will support the rescue of those trapped under the rubble after the 10 and 7,7 magnitude earthquakes affecting 7,6 provinces, set out for Turkey.
Ian Borg, Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Affairs and Trade of Malta, shared on his Twitter account that he sent the search and rescue team of the Ministry of Interior, Security, Reforms and Equality from Malta Airport.
“Following the swift decision of the Maltese Ministry of Interior, Security, Reforms and Equality to send a search team to Turkey, I have now ordered financial support through the Turkish Red Crescent to assist the disaster response efforts,” Borg said. Malta is committed to showing solidarity with countries in times of need.” used the phrases.
In addition to Minister Borg, Maltese Minister of Internal Affairs, Security, Reforms and Equality Byron Camilleri and Turkey's Ambassador to Valletta Erdeniz Şen attended the farewell of the Maltese aid team.
According to the information obtained from diplomatic sources, there is a search and rescue dog in the team of 32 people. The team also takes 1 tons of humanitarian aid with it.
It has been learned that the Malta search and rescue team will reach Istanbul at 02.00:XNUMX CEST tonight with THY's scheduled flight, and from there they will be dispatched to the earthquake zone needed under the coordination of AFAD.
Italian relief team ready to go
In the written statement made by the Italian Ministry of Interior, the Italian Fire Brigade team consisting of more than 50 people and the medical team of 10 people, together with the search and rescue specialist dogs, to move from Pisa to the earthquake zone in Turkey with the C-130 type transport plane belonging to the Italian Air Force. reported to have completed its preparations.
The Italian fire brigade shared the materials, concrete crusher and cutter equipment that it would take to Turkey on Twitter.
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