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World Bank Provides Additional Financing to Support Earthquake Recovery and Resilient Housing in Türkiye [EN/TR]
By World Bank at ReliefWeb
· July 2, 2026
· 3 min read
. ANKARA, June 30th, 2026– The World Bank today approved a €250 million additional loan to the Republic of Türkiye to scale up recovery and reconstruction efforts following the February 2023 earthquakes, focusing on resilient rural housing and the restoration of essential services. Together with €15
Key takeaway The February 2023 earthquakes caused widespread destruction across southern Türkiye, damaging hundreds of thousands of homes and displacing millions of people.
Why this matters
The World Bank's additional financing for earthquake recovery in Türkiye highlights the ongoing need for resilient housing solutions in rural areas. With millions of people still displaced and awaiting permanent housing, this €400 million program will help address the remaining unmet needs by supporting the construction of 3,000 additional rural homes. The incorporation of a "build back better" approach, focusing on resilience to future earthquakes and climate risks, as well as improved energy and water efficiency, is crucial for ensuring the long-term sustainability of these reconstruction efforts. The involvement of organizations like the Agence Française de Développement and the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery demonstrates the importance of collaborative international support in responding to disasters. As faith-based organizations and Christian charities continue to provide humanitarian relief in the region, this financing will complement their efforts, ultimately helping affected households return to safe and permanent homes.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? . ANKARA, June 30th, 2026– The World Bank today approved a €250 million additional loan to the Republic of Türkiye to scale up recovery and reconstruction efforts following the February 2023 earthquakes, focusing on resilient rural housing and the restoration of essential services. Together with €15
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