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Red Cross: Venezuela will need years to recover from the earthquakes

July 25, 2026July 25, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

AFP — Venezuela will need years to recover from the earthquakes, the Red Cross said on Friday, one month after the June 24 disaster that claimed more than 5,000 lives. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) reported that thousands of people living with chronic illnesses have yet to fully resume […]

Venezuelan Red Cross has assisted more than 3,500 people affected by the earthquakes

July 9, 2026July 9, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

By José Gregorio Yépez Figures released by the Venezuelan Red Cross indicate that, as of July 6, its emergency response had reached at least 3,540 people, while the organization continues to develop additional programs to expand its humanitarian assistance. According to official data, 3,540 people have received primary healthcare services. In addition, 225 individuals have […]

Red Cross appeals for $61 million in international aid to respond to Venezuela

June 27, 2026June 27, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal.— The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched a $61 million emergency appeal on Friday to fund relief operations in Venezuela following the earthquakes that struck the country’s northern region. The organization will use the funds raised through the appeal to strengthen the operational capacity of the Venezuelan […]