International Aid To Venezuela Grows As Search Continues
Four days have passed since the June 24th deadly double earthquakes hit Venezuela, and tens of thousands are still believed to be missing.
On Sunday, Pope Leo XIV expressed solidarity with those affected by the deadly earthquakes.
Speaking in Spanish instead of Italian, the Pope prayed for all those who were affected, saying, “As I pray to the Lord for the eternal rest of the deceased, I renew my spiritual solidarity with the families of the injured and with all those who have been struck by this tragedy,”.
He also expressed gratitude and encouragement to those working selflessly in the search and rescue efforts.
Meanwhile, Interim President Delcy Rodríguez said via social media that the country has received support from 24 countries, which have sent a total of 521 tonnes of supplies, 86 specialised canine teams and more than 2,741 search, rescue and technical support staff members.
And the leader of Venezuela’s National Assembly, Interim President Jorge Rodríguez, confirmed that over 430 aftershocks have rolled through the region since Wednesday, prompting people to sleep outside in fear that buildings would fall.
