Quake Tragedy Turns to Hope in Hatay
A devastating 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck southern Türkiye on February 6, followed by an equally powerful aftershock hours later. The disaster left cities across southern Türkiye and northern Syria in ruins, with rescue teams racing against time to find survivors.
Dust, Tears, and Triumph
On February 8, CGTN Stringer captured a moment of triumph in hard-hit Hatay province: locals erupted in applause as rescue workers pulled a young boy from collapsed buildings. The emotional scene underscored both the scale of the tragedy and the resilience of communities. \"Every life saved fuels our determination,\" said one volunteer, as teams continued search operations nearby.
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Exclusive Stringer Dispatch: Turkish residents cheer as boy saved from rubble
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