A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake rocked southern Türkiye in the early hours of February 6, followed by another 7.8 aftershock that afternoon. The disaster devastated cities across southern Türkiye and northern Syria, but amid the chaos, a moment of hope emerged when a young boy was pulled alive from the rubble.
Rescue Sparks Joy
CGTN Stringer footage from Hatay province on February 8 captured the emotional scene: Rescue workers and local residents erupted in applause as the child was safely extracted after over 48 hours trapped under debris. 🚒💙 The boy’s survival became a symbol of resilience, with one witness calling it \"a light in the darkness.\"
Global Solidarity in Action
International aid teams have rushed to the region, with countries worldwide sending supplies and experts. The disaster highlights both the fragility of life and the power of unity—a lesson echoing louder than any aftershock.
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Exclusive Stringer Dispatch: Turkish residents cheer as boy saved from rubble
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