Venezuela earthquake rescue operations continue
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Venezuelan government, International rescue teams
La Guaira, Venezuela
June 24, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 26/30/2026, 5:01:03 AM
Twin earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela last week. Over 1,700 people have been killed, with tens of thousands missing. International aid is arriving, but rescue efforts are hampered by lack of equipment.
- Earlier version 16/30/2026, 2:51:01 AM
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