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Joint Statement by High Representative Kallas and Commissioners Síkela and Lahbib on the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela
By European Commission's Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Huma at ReliefWeb
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
. At this difficult moment, the European Union expresses its solidarity with the people of Venezuela and with all those engaged in rescue and relief operations. These earthquakes come at a time when millions of Venezuelans continue to face significant humanitarian needs. The European Union is in con
Key takeaway The European Union is in contact with the authorities and stands ready to support emergency response efforts while already working with partners to assess urgent humanitarian needs as more information becomes available.
Why this matters
The European Union's swift expression of solidarity with Venezuela in the aftermath of the devastating earthquakes highlights the complex humanitarian landscape in the country. With millions of Venezuelans already facing significant humanitarian needs, the earthquakes have likely exacerbated an existing crisis. The EU's readiness to mobilize assistance through the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism demonstrates its commitment to providing timely and effective support. The activation of the Copernicus satellite system in emergency mapping mode will likely play a crucial role in assessing the damage and identifying areas of need. As the EU works with partners to assess urgent humanitarian needs, its ability to provide operational support will be closely watched. The situation in Venezuela will require a coordinated and sustained response from the international community, and the EU's engagement will be an important component of this effort. The EU's response will also be influenced by its existing partnerships with humanitarian organizations and its experience in responding to disasters globally.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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