King Charles on Tuesday met in London with members of the Turkish and Syrian diaspora communities to show solidarity with the mass of people affected by two powerful earthquakes which hit last week.
In West London, Charles spoke with volunteers who have been collecting, packaging, and organizing the transportation of food, blankets, and warm clothing for the quake survivors, according to a statement by the royal family.
"Later, in Trafalgar Square, the King formally launched Syria's House, a temporary Syrian community tent where members of the Syrian community can come together to support those affected by the earthquakes," it added.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was also in London with volunteers who came together for earthquake victims. Sunak helped the students to collect donations, and he himself donated.
Citing photos of the destruction the quakes left in their wake, he said, "I think those are images that will stay with all of us for a long time," adding that is why it is vital to support Türkiye at this time. “We're going to continue providing all the support that we can,” he said.
(AA)