The President of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, has declared Wednesday, February 8, the State Day of Mourning in the Republic of Kosovo, after the earthquakes of February 6, 2023 with the epicenter in Turkey.
President Osmani has emphasized that the destructive power of this earthquake has shaken everyone's hearts, while supporting each other in these days of terror awakens hope and faith that life will triumph.
"More than 5 thousand victims have been confirmed dead from the earthquake in Turkey and Syria, while thousands more are still under the ruins. A tragedy of devastating proportions that has caused sadness and pain everywhere in the world, including in Kosovo. Endless pain for the victims and for those who experienced the horror and lost their loved ones, but also hope for those who are still under the ruins. Our thoughts and prayers today, as yesterday, are for the victims, the injured and all those affected by this earthquake and our solidarity is Our soldiers are already in Turkey, while Kosovo is fully available to continue the support.
In the face of such tragedies, we must stand by those who need support. The pain of the Turkish and Syrian people is ours too. Therefore, based on the constitutional and legal powers, as a sign of state and citizen respect, I have declared Wednesday, February 8, 2023 as the State Day of Mourning in the Republic of Kosovo, after the earthquakes of February 6, 2023 with the epicenter in Turkey, which left thousands dead and injured. As we remember the victims, we honor the bravery and endurance of those who are doing their best to save every life under the ruins ," the announcement states.
