Yemen Monitor/ Reports Unit /Special
Yemenis residing in Istanbul recounted the fear they experienced due to the strong earthquake that shook the city, leading to panic among residents, despite no reports of casualties or significant material damage.
Journalist Abdulmajeed Al-Salahi pointed out that he lived through moments of terror that lasted about 15 seconds, during which many people were forced to voluntarily go out to squares, gardens, and mosques.
He stressed that the people of Gaza are living through more difficult times, as they have been suffering from displacement and devastation for more than 560 days under bombardment, praying to God for their victory.
In the same context, journalist Balqees Al-Abara said that the earthquake was sudden, as she was responsible for the lives of her children who were taking refuge with her, which made her pretend to be strong and promise them that everything would be alright. She expressed her feeling that Istanbul was no longer the same, expressing regret for the loss of security in the hearts of its residents.
As for journalist Mosa’ab Afif, he commented on the complex relationship between people and Istanbul, noting that it is a city that captivates hearts at first sight, but life in it can be harsh, making you feel as if you are carrying the burden of a long life, and think about returning to a simple life in your remote village.
Afif concluded his speech by emphasizing that earthquakes are not the only problem in Istanbul, but there are other challenges that only those who have lived in this narcissistic city realize.
For his part, activist and media figure Omar Al-Nahmi explained that he felt the earthquake while sitting in his car, where at first he thought someone was shaking the car, until he noticed people running out of shops in a state of fear.
