05.02.2026 13:38
On the anniversary of the February 6 earthquakes, CHP Chairman Özgür Özel, who came to the Reyhanlı district of Hatay, was met with protests. A banner was displayed saying, "The absence of the CHP since the earthquake, which is heavier than the rubble," as Özel's convoy was booed, and the protests ended with the intervention of security forces.
On February 6, 2023, in commemoration of the anniversary of the earthquake described as the 'disaster of the century', CHP Chairman Özgür Özel was met with protests upon his arrival in the Reyhanlı district of Hatay.
THE BANNER OPENED CAUGHT ATTENTION
Protesters who greeted Özel's convoy entering the city with boos carried a banner that read, "The absence of the CHP since the earthquake is heavier than the rubble." The protest, which continued during Özel's speech, ended with the intervention of security forces.
RESPONSE TO THE CRITICISM OF "YOU JUST TOOK A PHOTO AND LEFT"
On the other hand, CHP leader Özgür Özel responded to the frequent criticisms directed at them by President Erdoğan during his visit to Adıyaman, saying, "Honestly, we came for the earthquake, we stayed here. As for the photo, we entrusted this friend's photo to the people of Adıyaman as the mayor."
MOBILIZATION IN THE EARTHQUAKE ZONE
Immediately after the earthquake, a construction mobilization was initiated under the coordination of the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, upon the instruction of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Within the scope of this mobilization, thousands of earthquake-affected citizens have found new homes.