According to Turkish Interior Minister, Suleyman Soylu, the death toll from the devastating earthquake that struck southeastern Turkey on February 6 has risen to 50,399. The earthquake, which had a magnitude of 7.7 and 7.6, caused widespread destruction in neighboring countries such as Syria, and more than 100,000 aftershocks were recorded in the region.

The Turkish government has been working tirelessly to provide assistance and aid to those affected by the earthquake. Rescue and relief operations were promptly launched, and emergency teams from various countries were also mobilized to support the Turkish authorities in their efforts.

The earthquake was one of the deadliest natural disasters in Turkish history, and its impact was felt far beyond the borders of the country. The government's response to the tragedy has been widely praised, and efforts are ongoing to rebuild and restore the affected regions.