10 February, 2023
The Sri Lankan Embassy in Turkey states that 16 Sri Lankans affected by the Turkish earthquake have been identified and 15 of them are safe. Mrs. Paboda Perera, consular officer of the embassy, says that one Sri Lankan woman is currently missing.
According to the most recent update death toll from the Earthquake in Turkey and Syria has risen to 22,000. There are extensive rescue operations still underway with the assistance of various countries.
Even though UN aid has been able to reach Syria crossing the Turkish border, people on the ground in Syria have stated that the medical supplies is not enough even for 20% of those in need according to BBC news.