A devastating earthquake in Morocco and deadly floods in Libya have left thousands dead, injured, or homeless this week, triggering urgent international relief efforts. Here’s how the world is stepping up .
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Morocco’s 6.8-magnitude quake – its strongest in a century – flattened villages near Marrakech, killing nearly 3,000. Meanwhile, Libya’s catastrophic floods submerged entire neighborhoods in Derna after Storm Daniel burst dams, claiming over 5,500 lives. Rescue teams face overwhelming challenges as infrastructure collapses and survivors scramble for shelter.
Global Solidarity in Action
World leaders, including Chinese President Xi Jinping, have pledged support. China has sent $200,000 in emergency funds to Morocco and medical teams to assist survivors. \"We stand ready to provide further aid,\" said CIDCA spokesperson Xu Wei, highlighting cross-border cooperation.
Lessons from the Rubble
Experts stress the need for better disaster preparedness: \"Earthquakes expose weak infrastructure – we must rebuild smarter,\" says analyst Masuda Khatun. In Libya, political instability has hampered crisis response, underscoring the need for unity during emergencies.
As donations pour in globally, one thing is clear: When disaster strikes, humanity’s shared resilience shines brightest.
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Rescue teams face overwhelming challenges as infrastructure collapses and survivors scramble for shelter.
\"We stand ready to provide further aid,\" said CIDCA spokesperson Xu Wei, highlighting cross-border cooperation.
