**Devastating Earthquake in Turkey Claims Over 12,000 Lives** A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.8 struck south-eastern Turkey near the Syrian border on Monday, causing widespread destruction and a death toll that is expected to rise. According to the US Geological Survey, the tremor struck at 04:17 local time at a depth of 11 miles near the city of Gaziantep. The World Health Organization has warned that the death toll could rise eight-fold, as rescue operations continue in the aftermath of the disaster. Over 12,000 fatalities have been confirmed in southern Turkey and northern Syria. The earthquake has caused significant damage to buildings, including the collapse of multiple residential and commercial structures. Rescue workers are struggling to reach affected areas due to blocked roads and damaged infrastructure. The Turkish government has declared a state of emergency in the affected provinces and is mobilizing resources to provide aid and assistance to victims. International organizations are also deploying teams to support relief efforts. The earthquake is one of the most powerful ever recorded in Turkey. It comes just two weeks after a separate earthquake struck central Turkey, killing at least 51 people. The disaster has highlighted the fragility of Turkey's seismic infrastructure and the need for improved building standards and emergency preparedness measures.
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