Devastating 7.5 Magnitude Earthquake: Turkey & Syria Call for Help
Muslim Community of Bethlehem Pushing Massive Donation Efforts
A massive 7.8 magnitude earthquake rocked the area of East Turkey on February 6th, 2023. Unwarned of the coming devastation, an area the size of Great Brittan faced intense tremors, leveling buildings, and killing thousands. The latest estimate being 20,000 dead, with another 80,000 injured.
Aid and support has been pouring in over the past few days from around the world. Halal Watch World President, and Imam of the Muslim Community of Bethlehem spoke on the issue just after the Friday prayer on February 11th with news reporters from WNYT channel 13 news.
Local news media reached out to Imam Mansoor Rafiq Umar of the Muslim Community of Bethlehem to comment on the efforts being made to support the people of Turkey & Syria. Many 10's of thousands have died, and more will be announced in the coming days. As the devastation mounts, we are supporting local clothing, and food drives to help others who need it most.
"It has warmed my heart to see people from all faiths supporting this effort", he said. "We are blessed to see help and assistance pouring in from around the world, both Muslim and non-Muslim efforts. We hope that non-Muslims are cognizant of the dietary restrictions we believe in. Non-Muslims should be careful not to send items that are not able to be used, such as plastics and medicines made with pork product, and foods with animal derivatives. We want to ensure that the Halal certification needs of the people are also respected."
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