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Turkey-Syria earthquakes

As the EU hosts a donor's conference to help the victims of the devastating earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria, DW brings you the latest developments from the ground.

A woman walks past street art on rubble of damaged buildings in the rebel-held town of Jandaris — Image: KHALIL ASHAWI/REUTERS

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Turkey's devastated towns struggle to keep businesses alive

The earthquake in Turkey has dealt a significant blow to the economy as workers leave the affected region in droves.

Tallying Turkey-Syria earthquake devastation, a month on

The humanitarian, political and social fallout from the February 6 earthquakes has been devastating in both countries.

Will the EU earthquake support donor conference help Syria?

Weeks after February's earthquakes, the European Union is hosting a donor conference to help with relief efforts.

Earthquake survivors face lasting trauma

Aid organizations are sounding the alarm on the emotional trauma of earthquake survivors.

Turkey press freedom questioned during quakes

In Turkey, journalists trying to cover the earthquakes have been obstructed by the authorities.

UN says Turkey's earthquake damage exceeds $100 billion

The United Nations has estimated the costs of damage from the earthquake in Turkey surpass $100 billion.

Saudi Arabia deposits $5 billion in Turkey's central bank

Minister of Finance Mohammed Bin Abdullah Al-Jadaan had announced his country's intention to make the deposit last year.

Syria earthquakes make life worse for women

For women in northwestern Syria, the aftermath of the February 6 earthquakes has deepened the trauma of 12 years of war.

Turkey: Erdogan signals May elections despite earthquake

Doubts have been raised as to whether the vote can be carried out in regions hit hardest by the February 6 earthquakes.

Turkey: New earthquake injures over 60 in hard-hit region

The 5.6 magnitude event in the southeast of the country toppled several buildings. Rescue efforts are ongoing.

Turkey-Syria: Quake survivors face delay for German visas

Germany has eased visa conditions for some earthquake survivors. But many of the bureaucratic hurdles remain high.

Thousands of Syrians too traumatized to sleep at home

After two earthquakes and thousands of aftershocks, almost 200,000 people are reportedly displaced in northern Syria.

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