Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Exceeds 5,000

The official death toll from the double earthquake that struck northern Venezuela on June 24 has risen to 5,069, with thousands more injured and displaced.

National Assembly chief Jorge Rodriguez confirmed the updated figure on Telegram, noting most casualties occurred in the coastal region.

The 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude quakes caused widespread destruction, and the true scale of the disaster remains uncertain.

The International Monetary Fund has released emergency funds to support the country's recovery efforts.