big problem with this earthquake was not just how strong it was but it also seemed to last foreverfrom what i hear. I saw many Turkish and Greek people unite in the YT comments in a way I haven't seen in years now though. It's sad that only moments like this is what it takes to humble people but at least that was nice... (not taking any sides btw, just a general statement)
It did indeed last forever!It just wouldn't stop!And here in Athens we're 300 km away, so I can't even imagine how people in Samos/Izmir felt it!
You are right...unfortunately it does take tragedies like this for people to come together and put their differences aside...