A research operation was underway after 2 trains carrying goods collided in Turkey's Malatya province.
The first avalanche buried a snow-clearing vehicle and a minibus, killing five people and leaving two others missing. The second avalanche struck as emergency workers were searching for the two missing victims.
Albania was hit by a 6.4 magnitude earthquake on Tuesday, followed by 250 aftershocks. Local rescue workers are receiving help from Turkish rescue teams and the UN says it is sending in technical experts.
Emine Erdogan, wife of Turkey's President Erdogan, was chosen by the World Humanitarian Forum for her inspiring work and humanitarian efforts.
Turkey's disaster management agency (AFAD) says it will continue its aid efforts on Wednesday distributing food and personal care items to 600 families in northern Afrin. Meanwhile, some residents await return as clearance operation continues.
Aid coming from Turkey destined for Gaza has increased since Ankara normalised ties with Israel last year following a six-year hiatus.
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