: It examines how the disaster became a pivotal moment for President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, occurring just months before a major election, turning a humanitarian crisis into a referendum on his long-term leadership.
While many news reports focused on the immediate tragedy, this episode highlights: [S3E9] On Shaky Ground
: A critical feature discussed is the "zoning amnesties," where the government allowed builders to pay fees to bypass safety regulations for sub-standard buildings, which experts argue directly contributed to the catastrophic building collapses. : It examines how the disaster became a
You can listen to the full detailed report on The Daily's official page via . : It explores the public outcry over the
: It explores the public outcry over the "earthquake tax" collected by the Turkish government for over two decades—intended to make buildings resilient—and the questions surrounding where those billions of dollars actually went.