Published February 09,2023
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A candlelight vigil was held in Washington, D.C., to honor the victims of the lethal earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria.
Nearly 50 folks gathered at Dupont Circle to point out solidarity with the people who find themselves affected by the earthquakes and the search and rescue staff saving lives.
The vigil was organized by Syrian-Americans residing in Washington, D.C., and was additionally attended by Turkish-Americans, U.S. residents and lots of different folks.
A minute of silence was noticed to honor the victims of the tragedy in addition to for many who are looking for family members.
Those attending the vigil urged folks to assist the victims of the earthquake by sending assist or donating by on-line campaigns.
Hazem Rihawi of the American Relief Coalition for Syria informed Anadolu that the occasion would assist the group in Washington, D.C., to grasp the influence of the earthquake on each international locations.
“It’s showing more solidarity, hoping that the community contribute and help and assist in any way possible,” he mentioned.
“I hope the message will reach them to understand the impact of this,” he added. “It’s a crisis beyond comprehension, and it must be shown to the world and especially in such a capital like Washington, D.C.,” he added.
He mentioned that the goal is also to encourage the U.S. administration “to put more resources to support both people regarding this crisis.”
More than 15,000 folks have been killed and tens of hundreds injured after two highly effective earthquakes shook Türkiye and Syria on Monday.
Source: www.anews.com.tr
