Two strong earthquakes have struck Venezuela, resulting in at least 188 confirmed fatalities and over 1,520 injuries, according to National Assembly chief Jorge Rodriguez. The quakes caused significant damage and have left an unknown number of people trapped in collapsed buildings. Rescue operations are currently underway, focusing on locating and extracting survivors. The extent of the damage is still being assessed, but reports indicate widespread destruction in affected areas. Authorities have not yet released details regarding the magnitude or epicenter of the earthquakes, but are coordinating relief efforts. Further updates are expected as rescue teams gain access to impacted regions and a clearer picture of the devastation emerges.