"We offer our sincerest condolences to the victims and to the families of all of those affected," the spokesperson added.

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The identities of the three American victims have not been disclosed.

The earthquake has left more than 19,300 dead across Turkey and Syria, surpassing a 2011 earthquake and tsunami that killed 18,400 in Japan, according to The Associated Press.

<div class="author-bio"><p>Greg Norman is a reporter at Fox News Digital.</p></div>

Three U.S. citizens have been confirmed dead in Turkey following a 7.8-magnitude earthquake that struck the region this week, killing more than 19,300.

Staggering Turkey earthquake death toll includes at least 3 US citizens: State Department

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