Blinken Pledges Long-Term Aid for Turkey After Devastating Earthquakes
In response to two devastating earthquakes that recently struck Turkey, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has pledged long-term aid from America in order to help rebuild communities affected by the tragedy and support recovery efforts there. His announcement was met with appreciation from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan who thanked him for his commitment and expressed gratitude for America’s support during this difficult time.
Feb. 20, 2023 4:17PM
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In a move of international solidarity, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has pledged long-term aid to Turkey in the wake of two devastating earthquakes that struck the country this week. The earthquakes, which occurred on Wednesday and Thursday, caused widespread destruction and left dozens dead and hundreds injured. The United States has responded swiftly to the disaster, with Blinken offering his condolences to those affected by the tragedy. In addition to expressing sympathy for those who lost loved ones or suffered injuries, he also announced that the US will provide long-term assistance in order to help rebuild communities and support recovery efforts. "We are deeply saddened by the loss of life and devastation caused by these earthquakes," said Blinken in a statement released shortly after news of the disaster broke. "The United States stands ready to assist Turkey in any way we can during this difficult time." He went on to say that US officials are currently working with Turkish authorities to determine what kind of aid would be most helpful in addressing immediate needs as well as providing long-term assistance for rebuilding efforts. Blinken's announcement was met with appreciation from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who thanked him for his commitment and expressed gratitude for America's support during this difficult time. "We thank Secretary Blinken for his pledge of long-term aid," said Erdogan in a statement released shortly after Blinken's announcement. "This is an example of true friendship between our two countries." The US government is no stranger when it comes to helping out its allies during times of crisis. Over the years, it has provided assistance following natural disasters around the world, including Haiti following its devastating earthquake in 2010 and Nepal after its deadly earthquake in 2015. This latest pledge further demonstrates America's commitment to helping out its friends when they need it most.