A spokesperson for AKORT, the Retail Business Association, reported that there has been no disruption in the flow of fruit and vegetables from Turkey to Russia. The assurance came as shipments continued to move on schedule, and suppliers were seen taking new orders without delay. The statement emphasizes that current logistics and supplier relationships remain stable, and there is no immediate expectation of interruptions in product supply from Turkey, according to the association’s leadership as cited by TASS.
In the wake of the earthquake events on February 6, Turkey and adjacent regions faced extensive humanitarian and logistical challenges. The disaster caused a substantial loss of life and left a large number of people injured. Official counts from health and international organizations indicated tens of thousands of fatalities and many more injuries across both Turkey and neighboring areas. Relief and recovery operations continued as teams worked to locate survivors and clear wreckage, while international agencies reported the scale of displacement and the urgent needs faced by affected populations in the region.
The United Nations and related agencies provided assessments that a significant portion of the population in Syria and Turkey faced severe hardships, including housing displacement and shortages of essential supplies such as hot meals. Efforts to deliver aid and restore basic services remained ongoing, with humanitarian actors coordinating to address acute needs among those displaced and vulnerable. The crisis prompted a continuing response from governments and international organizations aiming to stabilize affected areas and support affected communities through shelter, food security, and medical assistance.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan underscored the government’s plan to restore the quake-affected areas within a year, outlining a framework for rapid reconstruction and resilience-building. The authorities signaled commitments to prioritize housing, infrastructure repair, and economic stabilization as part of a broader recovery strategy. Reports from official channels and subsequent updates highlighted ongoing coordination with provincial authorities and international partners to streamline reconstruction efforts and ensure that critical services reach those in most need.