Trump Offers US Aid After Venezuela Earthquakes; Death Toll Estimate Up to 100,000
President Trump stated the US is ready to assist Venezuela following two major earthquakes. The US Geological Survey estimates the death toll could reach between 10,000 and 100,000 people.
President Donald Trump announced that the United States “stands ready, willing, and able to help” after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela. The offer of assistance comes as the country faces a humanitarian crisis.
The US Geological Survey (USGS) has estimated the potential death toll from the quakes to be between 10,000 and 100,000 people. The wide range reflects the uncertainty of early assessments in a region with limited infrastructure.
This natural disaster adds to Venezuela’s ongoing economic and political challenges, potentially impacting regional stability and energy markets given the country’s significant oil reserves.
Source: The Kobeissi Letter