Venezuela earthquake death toll exceeds 4,000, prompting global aid calls

The death toll from the twin earthquakes in Venezuela on June 24 has climbed to 4,118. FIFA pledged $1 million in aid, the UN called for $300 million, and Venezuelan authorities demanded the release of frozen assets abroad.

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Venezuela earthquake death toll exceeds 4,000, prompting global aid calls

The twin earthquakes that struck the Venezuelan state of La Guaira on June 24 have plunged the country into a deep humanitarian crisis. As the disaster's toll worsens, international organizations have mobilized to provide aid.

Venezuelan National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez announced on Telegram that at least 4,118 people have died and 16,740 have been injured in the earthquakes. Rodriguez said that entire neighborhoods in the coastal state of La Guaira were leveled.

Global football community extends a helping hand

The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) announced it will allocate $1 million to support humanitarian relief efforts following the disaster. FIFA President Gianni Infantino said the Venezuelan people have the full solidarity of the global football family.

United Nations launches major funding appeal

The United Nations (UN) also issued an urgent appeal last Wednesday for approximately $300 million to fund aid operations for earthquake victims.

Venezuela demands release of frozen assets

Venezuelan Executive Vice President Delcy Rodriguez reiterated the call for the release of assets frozen abroad to be used in the country's reconstruction. Rodriguez disclosed that she had requested King Charles III to release approximately 30 tons of Venezuelan gold frozen under UK sanctions.

The strongest earthquake of the century

Just 39 seconds after the first 7.2 magnitude earthquake on June 24, the region was shaken by a second tremor of 7.5 magnitude. It went down in history as the most powerful earthquake recorded in Venezuela in more than a century, reducing many high-rise buildings to rubble.

Although official search and rescue operations have ceased, many people continue to search the rubble on their own to find their loved ones. According to experts, the chances of pulling survivors from the debris are extremely low. Rescue teams are now focusing their efforts on debris removal and caring for those affected by the disaster.

Venezuela earthquake death toll exceeds 4,000, prompting global aid calls