IDB donates $1 million for humanitarian assistance in Venezuela

The Daily Journal. The Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group) announced on Thursday a financial aid package of at least $1 million to support emergency operations in Venezuela after the powerful twin earthquakes that caused extensive damage along the country’s central coastline and in Caracas. The bank will provide the funding through non-reimbursable emergency technical […]

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

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 […]

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U.S. Southern Command announces military operation in Venezuela following earthquakes

The Daily Journal. — The U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) announced the immediate deployment of operational forces to support rescue and relief efforts across Venezuela following yesterday’s devastating earthquakes. The military operation follows direct orders from U.S. defense leadership in coordination with Washington’s diplomatic channels. “As directed by the Department of War, U.S. Southern Command is […]

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