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Death toll in Venezuela quakes surpasses 4,300

The death toll from Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes has risen above 4,300, authorities said Friday, as families continued searching through the rubble for missing loved ones more than two weeks after the country's deadliest quake in over a century.

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Death toll in Venezuela quakes rises past 4,000

Venezuela's twin earthquakes have claimed over four thousand lives and injured thousands more. The devastating quakes flattened entire districts in the coastal state of La Guaira. Rescue teams have ceased searching for survivors among the extensive rubble. The United Nations has appealed for significant financial aid for relief operations. Venezuela's…

The Economic Times

Venezuela quake death toll passes 4,300 as scale of recovery effort looms large

Nearly 17,000 injured and thousands more listed as missing amid calls by president Delcy Rodríguez and UN for financial help

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India successfully concludes Op Amistad, HADR mission in twin-earthquake-hit Venezuela

India successfully concluded Operation Amistad, its humanitarian mission to Venezuela. Two Indian Air Force aircraft transported a medical contingent and essential supplies. The field hospital provided critical medical assistance to hundreds of affected people. Over eight thousand medical procedures and investigations were conducted during the mission. This operation underscored India's…

The Economic Times

Can HAARP trigger earthquakes? The truth behind the hoax that returns after every natural disaster

After the earthquakes in Venezuela, posts on social media blamed the US HAARP project. But scientists, fact-checkers and programme heads say there is no evidence it can trigger quakes.

Euronews

Chronic illness and diarrhea surge in quake-hit Venezuelan communities as humanitarian crisis builds

Victims of last month's powerful earthquakes in Venezuela are flooding relief services

The Independent UK

Earthquakes in Venezuela expose a severely under-resourced and unprepared healthcare system

Twin earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, 2026, causing major damage in Caracas and a nearby coastal city, La Guaira. At the time of publication, 3,685 people have been declared dead, and more than 30,000 remain missing.

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U.S. Expands Humanitarian Response to Venezuela Earthquake With New Logistics Partnership

The U.S. State Department announced a new public-private partnership aimed at strengthening the delivery of humanitarian aid to Venezuela following the devastating June 24 earthquakes, building on what officials say is already more than $386 million in U.S. assistance.

Latin Times

The Cemetery That Grew Overnight: Inside Venezuela's Race to Give Earthquake Victims a Name Before Burial

Inside Venezuela's emergency earthquake cemetery, families race to identify loved ones before burial as volunteers and forensic teams struggle to preserve every victim's name.

Latin Times

Top State Department Official Accused of Going 'Rogue. With Venezuela Policy: Report

Deputy Secretary of State Chris Landau is suspected of misrepresenting Washington's position on Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado returning to her home country following two earthquakes.

International Business Times

Venezuelan Mum Breastfed Children to Survive Eleven Days in Earthquake Rubble

A Venezuelan mother kept her children alive for eleven days by breastfeeding them under earthquake rubble, symbolising resilience amid a humanitarian crisis. Her story has captured global attention.

International Business Times UK

On La Guaira’s beaches, Venezuela quake survivors improvise showers and toilets amid water shortages

Thousands of people affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela last month are increasingly facing challenges accessing clean water as well as sanitation and hygiene services

The Independent UK

First Estimates Show Venezuela's Twin Earthquakes Caused Up to $37 Billion in Damage

According to the latest figures, the death toll has reached at least 3,685 people. Apart from the fatalities, EFE noted that the citizen-run platform "Desaparecidos Terremoto Venezuela" has logged more than 30,000 reports of people who remain missing.

Latin Times

UN launches appeal to raise $296 mn for Venezuela quake relief

The United Nations urgently seeks $296 million for Venezuela earthquake relief operations. Over 3,600 people have died, leaving thousands homeless and many still missing. Donors have already provided $300 million, but a significant funding gap remains. Venezuela's foreign minister requested the release of blocked state assets for recovery efforts. International…

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Euronews

Venezuela calls for release of frozen assets to help earthquake recovery efforts

Meanwhile, the United Nations launched an urgent appeal on Wednesday to raise €259 million for relief operations.

Latin Times

Senior Official Clashes With Trump Admin Over Blocking Machado's Return to Quake-Stricken Venezuela

Reports reveal internal clashes within the State Department over Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado's post-earthquake travel plans, sparking confusion among foreign officials.

International Business Times UK

Meet 'Tsunami': The Hero Dog Who Sniffed Out 13 Earthquake Survivors Buried Beneath The Rubble

Tsunami, an 8-year-old Border Collie, helped rescue teams locate survivors after Venezuela's earthquakes, saving 25 lives. His efforts turned him into a symbol of hope and bravery.

Latin Times

Southcom Chief Attends High-Level Venezuela Meeting That Included Diosdado Cabello Despite $25 Million U.S. Reward

Venezuela's presidential press office said the meeting was held "to coordinate rescue operations, humanitarian assistance and logistics" after the earthquakes

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Venezuelans Shift From Rescue To Recovery As Families Mourn Loved Ones Killed In The Twin Earthquakes

Twelve days after a pair of earthquakes rocked northern Venezuela, international rescue teams are making preparations to depart the country as the likelihood of finding survivors beneath the rubble dwindles.

Evening Standard

King and Queen donate as Venezuela earthquake appeal raises more than £10m

The twin quakes on June 24 killed more than 3,500 and have left thousands homeless.

The Independent UK

Yacht owners and public housing residents once shared Venezuela's coast. Now they share its ruin

In Venezuela, a devastating earthquake on June 24 has left about 17,000 people homeless

The Economic Times

Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes rises to 3,535 as thousands remain displaced

Venezuela's twin earthquakes have claimed 3,535 lives and left thousands homeless. Nearly 18,000 people remain without shelter more than a week after the disaster. Official figures show 16,740 individuals sustained injuries from the powerful quakes. The government defends its response amid criticism of delays and inadequacy. United Nations aid operations…

France 24

Death toll from Venezuela quakes rises to 3,535 as more than 17,000 left homeless

The death toll from the back-to-back earthquakes that hit Venezuela on June 24 has risen to 3,535, official figures released on Monday showed. More than 17,000 people have been left homeless by the twin disasters.

The Independent UK

As quake rescue effort winds down, Venezuelans are left alone to recover their dead

Venezuelans are digging through earthquake rubble with their bare hands to recover loved ones as international rescue teams depart and anger rises over the government’s response

Euronews

Number of Portuguese nationals and people of Portuguese descent killed in Venezuela rises to 96

The number of Portuguese nationals and people of Portuguese origin killed in the twin quakes in Venezuela has risen to 96, the Foreign Ministry told Lusa.

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