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Earthquake Update
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The death toll from Monday's earthquake in Turkey and Syria has risen to over 11,200.
In Turkey, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announced that 8,754 people have died, while 2,470 deaths have been reported in Syria
The World Health Organization estimates the final toll could reach 20,000
Erdoğan stated that there are currently road and airport issues, but they will improve over time.
WHO sends aid and experts; UN says "put politics aside"
The EU has confirmed it will be sending €3.5m (£3.1m) in aid to Syria
Bollywood stars, including Alia Bhatt and Priyanka Chopra, describe the situation as devastating.