Magnitude-7.1 earthquake strikes off southern Mindanao Island, Philippines
13 oC
13 oC
Güneşli
13 oC
Güneşli
A powerful magnitude-7.1 earthquake struck south of Mindanao Island in the Philippines at approximately 10:13 AM local time on Thursday.
According to reports from the US Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake's epicenter was located in the northeastern Celebes Sea, about 106 kilometers (66 miles) west-southwest of Sangay. The quake occurred at a depth of approximately 620 kilometers (385 miles).
Although the earthquake was strongly felt across central and southern parts of Mindanao Island, there have been no immediate reports of damage or injuries. Authorities have not issued a tsunami warning following the earthquake.
Emergency response teams are on standby to conduct thorough assessments of any potential damage, especially in remote areas where communication may be limited. (ILKHA)
LEGAL WARNING: All rights of the published news, photos and videos are reserved by İlke Haber Ajansı Basın Yayın San. Trade A.Ş. Under no circumstances can all or part of the news, photos and videos be used without a written contract or subscription.
The Turkish government has named former Minister of Forestry and Water Affairs Veysel Eroğlu as its Special Representative to the Republic of Iraq, according to decisions published on Thursday in the Official Gazette.
Flag carrier Turkish Airlines has announced the cancellation of multiple flights to Islamabad and Lahore scheduled for today, Thursday, May 8, and tomorrow, Friday, May 9.
The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced today that Hakan Fidan, Türkiye’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, will travel to Warsaw on 8 May to participate in a session held on the margins of the Informal Meeting of EU Foreign Affairs Ministers, commonly known as the “Gymnich” format.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Saturday held a telephone conversation with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, reaffirming Türkiye’s support for Islamabad as tensions with India simmer.
