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Two Buildings Collapse in Istanbul - 7 People Rescued (VIDEO)

Published March 22, 2026, 14:14
Two Buildings Collapse in Istanbul - 7 People Rescued (VIDEO)

Two buildings collapsed in the Aivansaray district of Fatih, Istanbul, prompting an immediate response from Turkish authorities. The collapse occurred on Ebe Street, and strong forces from the fire department, police, and first aid services rushed to the scene. According to Istanbul Governor Davut Gül, initial estimates suggest 9 people were trapped under the rubble, with 7 people rescued so far and another expected to be extricated. The cause of the collapse remains unclear, but the Istanbul Governorate announced the possibility of an explosion due to a natural gas leak. Search and rescue operations are continuing at a rapid pace, and the health condition of the rescued individuals is currently unknown.