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Message on the Venezuela earthquakes: Attributable to Jorge Moreira da Silva, UN Under-Secretary-General and UNOPS Executive Director
By UNOPS at ReliefWeb
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
. Reports indicate last night’s powerful earthquakes have caused significant loss of life, widespread injuries, and severe damage to homes and vital infrastructure in Caracas and elsewhere. My deepest condolences to those who have lost loved ones and our thoughts are with all affected by this traged
Why this matters
The devastating earthquakes in Venezuela pose significant challenges for relief efforts, given the country's existing economic and humanitarian crisis. The widespread damage to homes and vital infrastructure will likely exacerbate the already dire situation, making it essential for international organizations like UNOPS to provide swift and effective support. As a UN agency with expertise in infrastructure and project management, UNOPS is well-positioned to contribute to the rapid response efforts, particularly in assessing and addressing the damage to critical infrastructure. The agency's readiness to support the people of Venezuela is crucial, as the country's fragile state may hinder its ability to respond adequately to the disaster. The international community's response to this crisis will be closely watched, and UNOPS' involvement will be key in helping to mitigate the suffering of those affected and supporting the long-term recovery efforts in Venezuela.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? . Reports indicate last night’s powerful earthquakes have caused significant loss of life, widespread injuries, and severe damage to homes and vital infrastructure in Caracas and elsewhere. My deepest condolences to those who have lost loved ones and our thoughts are with all affected by this traged
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