The 31 May 1946 Muş-Varto-Hınıs Earthquake appears on the cover page of the Cumhuriyet newspaper on June 1, 1946. The cover features a striking photograph of a previous earthquake that occurred in the same region.
The reports highlight the complete destruction experienced by the Varto district, while the newspaper includes images from Muş taken before the earthquake. Articles that appear in the following days feature photos of rescue operations drawing attention to the stories of those affected. They emphasize the ongoing relief efforts and the urgent need for assistance with statements such as "Zelzeleden sonra dolu ve yağmur: Vartoda felaketzedelere her türlü yardım yapılıyor" (Hail and rain after the earthquake: All kinds of aid are being provided to the disaster victims in Varto).
Date: May 31, 1946
Magnitude: 5.9 Mw
Fatalities (official numbers): 839
Damaged buildings (official numbers): 3,000
