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John Barrett denies claims that Venezuelan authorities are holding back humanitarian aid after the earthquakes

July 2, 2026July 2, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

The Daily Journal. John Barrett, the United States Chargé d’Affaires for Venezuela, said Wednesday that no significant obstacles have hindered the distribution of humanitarian aid to the areas affected by the June 24 earthquakes. He also stated that non-governmental organizations have not reported any confiscation or detention of relief supplies. Barrett made the remarks in […]

WHO: Venezuela’s death toll is likely to rise significantly

July 2, 2026July 2, 2026Tatiana Da GamaLeave a Comment

EFE. The World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Thursday that Venezuela’s death toll will likely rise significantly as search-and-rescue operations transition into the recovery phase following the recent earthquakes. “The earthquake that struck last week has claimed more than 2,300 lives, injured more than 5,000 people, and left nearly 16,000 homeless,” said WHO Director-General Tedros […]