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Delcy Rodríguez says 80% of buildings that collapsed in the earthquakes were privately developed

July 4, 2026July 4, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal.— During an international press conference, a Mexican journalist asked Venezuelan authorities about allegations of structural deficiencies in homes delivered under housing programs launched during the administration of former president Hugo Chávez following the damage caused by the June 24 earthquakes. The reporter cited testimonies from residents of a housing complex who claimed […]

Government raises earthquake death toll to 1,943 and reports more than 10,000 injured

June 30, 2026June 30, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal — Venezuela’s government on Tuesday raised the death toll from the two earthquakes that struck on June 24 to 1,943. Officials also confirmed that rescue teams continue searching for survivors beneath the rubble, while aftershocks have declined in both frequency and intensity. Jorge Rodríguez, president of the National Assembly, presented the latest […]

Government raises earthquake death toll to 1,719 and reports more than 5,000 injured

June 30, 2026June 30, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal — Venezuelan authorities on Monday raised the death toll from the earthquakes that struck on June 24 to 1,719, while the number of injured climbed to 5,034, according to the latest official update presented by Jorge Rodríguez, president of the National Assembly. During an emergency briefing, Rodríguez also said that 15,866 people […]