UN calls for practical support for Venezuela following deadly earthquakes
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Tom Fletcher (UN relief chief)
Venezuela
June 2026
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UN relief chief Tom Fletcher urges practical support for Venezuela after earthquakes killed over 3,500 people. Humanitarian needs remain critical with 16,740 injured and significant damage estimated at $37 billion. A coordinated plan is being established to address food, shelter, and long-term recovery.
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