The United States (US), Cuba, and Iran have shown commitment to help Venezuela after deadly back-to-back earthquakes hit the country.
Earlier, on June 24, twin deadly earthquakes with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5 hit Venezuela. The current death toll after the two back-to-back earthquakes is 164, with more than 1000 injured in Venezuela, the global media outlet reported on Thursday.
The spokesperson of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, Tommaso Della Longa, said that the twin earthquakes hit Venezuela at a time when the country was struggling with multiple issues. He further showed concerns that these two earthquakes will increase the difficulties of the country.
He added that Venezuela was already facing economic issues, flooding, and medical difficulties. “We are talking about a system that in some parts was already, if not weak, then under several constraints and challenges,” he stated. “If you look at the number of injuries, just to give an example, that would overwhelm any health system.”
On the other hand, the US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, said that the US will provide help to Venezuela. He said while speaking to the journalists in Bahrain that the US will provide a “whole-of-government” response. “It’ll be big, it’ll be fast, and it’ll be effective,” he added.
Iran and Cuba are also committed to helping Venezuela in times of crisis.
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Earlier, at least 32 people were killed and more than 700 were injured after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Thursday, causing widespread destruction, damaging buildings, and prompting authorities to declare a state of emergency.
Interim President Delcy Rodriguez confirmed the casualties in a national address, warning that the toll could rise as rescue teams continue operations in affected areas, particularly in La Guaira, one of the hardest-hit regions near the capital Caracas.
