Reuters: Elections May Be Postponed Due to Earthquake

The Kahramanmaraş earthquake, which took place on February 6, was recorded as one of the biggest disasters in the history of Turkey. While the work in the region continues without slowing down, there has been a development about the elections to be held this year.

An unknown Turkish official made important statements to Reuters. According to the news shared by Reuters, this official said that the elections of the disaster can affect told.

“Earthquake poses serious challenges for elections”

According to the official who spoke to the agency, the devastating earthquake was “for the presidential elections expected to be held on 14 May”.serious difficultiesHe said he created. Also, the officialIt is too early to talk about the election.” also used his words.

The official also drew attention to the number of people affected by the earthquake. In the statement, the population 15% of Drawing attention to the fact that he lives in the region and the 3-month state of emergency decision, it was stated that it is early to make a decision about the elections.

Earthquakes, which have devastating effects in the surrounding provinces besides Kahramanmaraş, have caused 16 thousand 546 people to lose their lives, 66 thousand 132 people to be injured, and 6 thousand 444 buildings to collapse so far. Search and rescue efforts continue in the area. If you want to help earthquake victims, you can check out our content below: