Twin Earthquakes Kill at Least 164 in Venezuela, Leaving Caracas in Ruins

Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela within seconds of each other on Wednesday evening, killing at least 164 people and injuring more than 971, with Caracas sustaining widespread structural damage. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez declared a state of emergency as international rescue and humanitarian teams mobilised in response.

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