Tag: Turkey Earthquake (Feb 6, 2023)

After the Earthquake in Morocco, Tourists Grapple With the Ethics of Travel

Last week’s disaster raises questions that also emerged in Maui, Greece and other hard-hit places. Is the presence of tourists a hindrance? Or can visitors, and the revenue they bring in, help?

Months After Earthquake, Syrians Feel Forgotten

In northwestern Syria, a devastating quake six months ago compounded the damage of years of civil war. U.S. lawmakers just visited for the first time in a decade.

How Turkey’s Erdogan Rose to Power

Turkey’s leader faced a criminal conviction, mass protests and a coup. Instead of hurting or ending his political career, they helped him accumulate ever more control.