Erdogan: 'We are facing one of the most severe natural disasters of humanity'

"We are facing one of the most severe natural disasters of humanity," Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said in his speech in Osmaniye, Report informs.

He said that the state is doing everything possible to eliminate the damage caused by the earthquake: "We have mobilized all we have. Search and rescue operations are ongoing."

The Turkish leader also responded to critics of the government's actions:

"They are immoral, dishonest. The claims made by some about our activities are unacceptable. The evacuation of our citizens continues. All necessary necessities are provided."

Erdogan said that the restoration work in the earthquake area can be completed within a year.