04/07/2026 09:25 - Internacionales
The devastating earthquakes that shook Venezuela on June 24, 2026, registering magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, have not only left a scene of unprecedented destruction but are also generating a rearrangement in the international relations of the region. For context, Venezuela is a South American nation facing a complex political and economic crisis. According to an analysis published by Deutsche Welle (a renowned German international broadcaster), the tragedy is reshaping the relationship between the United States and Venezuela, in a context where humanitarian cooperation takes center stage over political differences.
As of July 3, 2026, the official balance reported by the government led by Delcy Rodríguez—a prominent Venezuelan official—showed a figure of 2,595 dead and 12,400 injured. However, the magnitude of the tragedy could be even greater, as the United Nations (UN) estimates that there could be between 50,000 and 70,000 people missing.
According to reports from NASA (the United States space agency, which uses satellite imagery to assess disaster zones), around 58,000 buildings were damaged, and it is estimated that 16,000 people were left homeless. The World Health Organization (WHO) allocated 1.5 million dollars and sent medical supplies, setting up field hospitals in the most affected areas, such as La Guaira (a coastal state near the capital) and Caracas (the capital of Venezuela).
Despite the pain, hope has been a constant. 13 people were rescued alive, highlighting the case of Hernán Gil (43 years old), who was rescued after being trapped for 114 hours under the rubble in Catia La Mar (a city in the La Guaira state). His story became a symbol of resilience for the nation.
Faced with the magnitude of the disaster, 27 countries have responded to the call by sending emergency aid, resulting in the deployment of more than 3,300 rescuers on Venezuelan soil. This unprecedented flow of international assistance has been pointed out by analysts as a catalyst to ease historic diplomatic tensions.
The Venezuelan government, through Delcy Rodríguez, reported the deployment of 19,000 officials for rescue and assistance tasks, although her management faces a 63% disapproval rate according to local polls. Meanwhile, the local College of Engineers, through its representative Richard Casanova, has denounced possible cases of corruption and poor construction quality in previous buildings that collapsed.
Source: Context verified as of 04/07/2026, Deutsche Welle.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
