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A partial building collapse in Istanbul traps at least 7 people, including a child

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What happened

A seven-story building in Istanbul has partially collapsed, trapping at least seven people, including a 6-year-old…

Key facts

  • A seven-story building in Istanbul has partially collapsed, trapping at least seven people, including a 6-year-old…
  • Reported by ABC News and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:44:37 UTC.

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