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More than 1,200 relief volunteers have entered Kumamoto Prefecture, the epicenter of the earthquake, since local authorities began accepting them earlier this month. The volunteers are helping with cleanup, home repairs, and support for affected residents, as recovery efforts continue.
Japan's Prime Minister announced on August 1 that the government will use more than 20 billion yen from the budget reserve to respond to a recent earthquake. The funds will support emergency relief, infrastructure repairs, and livelihood restoration in affected areas.
Over 9,000 people remain in evacuation centers three days after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake hit Kumamoto, Japan, with many still lacking water and electricity. Local authorities are assessing damage and pushing infrastructure repairs, while businesses have begun safety checks to restart operations.
A lawyer representing the Gaza aid flotilla criticized Israel's interception as a severe disregard for human life and a breach of international law. The ships carrying essential supplies sought to break the blockade, provoking global calls for its easing.
