The Pakistani government has pledged full assistance to Türkiye following the deadly floods in Istanbul. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced this during a meeting with Turkish officials. The floods, described as the worst in 80 years, have caused significant damage in the city.
Istanbul, Türkiye’s largest city with a population of 16 million, experienced rainfall in 48 hours that exceeded the combined historical average for September and October. State-run Anadolu Agency reported the heavy downpours. The disaster has led to the destruction of homes and businesses. Four people have been confirmed dead.
This is the second major flood-related incident in Türkiye this year. The government has been working to manage the crisis, but the scale of the damage has raised concerns. Pakistan’s offer of assistance comes as part of regional cooperation efforts. The exact nature of the aid has not yet been specified.
The floods highlight the vulnerability of urban areas to extreme weather events. Climate change is increasingly seen as a contributing factor to such disasters. The situation in Istanbul underscores the need for improved disaster preparedness and response mechanisms.
