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Turkey ranks first because it lies on several major active fault systems, including the North Anatolian and East Anatolian Faults.

The country has experienced numerous devastating earthquakes throughout its history, including the powerful 2023 earthquakes that caused widespread destruction across southeastern Turkey. Ongoing urban development and stronger building regulations aim to reduce future earthquake risks, but seismic activity remains a major natural hazard.

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