Powerful earthquakes struck northern Venezuela, resulting in at least 235 confirmed fatalities and leaving thousands potentially trapped under rubble. Rescue operations are hampered by reports of delayed official assistance, prompting concerns for survivors. International support is mobilizing, with the United States and other nations providing aid and deploying specialized rescue teams. While the earthquakes caused widespread damage to residential areas, Venezuela’s crucial oil sector appears to have avoided significant disruption. Authorities are working to assess the full extent of the damage and coordinate relief efforts across the affected region. The situation remains critical as search and rescue teams race against time.