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US, Cuba and Iran join global rescue effort after Venezuela earthquakes
Latin American and European countries also offer solidarity and help to nation already enduring a humanitarian crisis
TL;DR
- Venezuela was hit by two strong earthquakes (7.2 and 7.5 magnitude) on June 24.
- The earthquakes caused at least 164 deaths, nearly 1,000 injuries, and significant damage.
- Countries including the US, Cuba, Iran, Mexico, Brazil, the Netherlands, Spain, France, Germany, and Switzerland have offered rescue and relief aid.
- Venezuela was already facing economic, flooding, and health challenges, making the response more complex.
- The humanitarian response plan in Venezuela is significantly underfunded.
- The earthquakes compound the suffering of millions already in need of humanitarian assistance.