Venezuelan acting President thanks India for aid amid quakes
New Delhi, July 5
Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez on Sunday thanked India for assistance in the wake of massive earthquakes.
Rodriguez said that Venezuela will be reborn.
In a post on X, she said, "We honor the rescuers from the United Kingdom, Qatar, France, India, Barbados, Brazil, and Argentina in recognition of their invaluable work and the solidarity they have shown with Venezuela during these days of sorrow. We will never forget their dedication, courage, and commitment! Carry with you our gratitude and a piece of Venezuela in your hearts. On behalf of all the Venezuelan people, receive our most sincere thanks. Venezuela will never forget your noble gesture."
"Venezuela will be reborn!" she said.
The Ministry of External Affairs said that under Operation Amistad, the Army Field Hospital is carrying its humanitarian mission.
MEA Spokesperson said in a post on X, "Operation Amistad: Healing hands. Shared humanity. The Army Field Hospital carries forward its humanitarian mission in Venezuela."
Indian Embassy in Venezuela said, "Operation Amistad: the Indian field hospital continued to strengthen the bonds of friendship with the Venezuelan people thanks to its experience and care."
As per Al Jazeera, as of Friday, 2,645 people have been confirmed dead after two consecutive earthquakes struck less than a minute apart on June 24, reaching magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, respectively.
With as many as 38,500 people missing, the death toll is expected to rise further. The Venezuelan government has reportedly ordered 10,000 bags to store corpses, according to the United Nations.
As per UNDP, the earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 caused significant human suffering and loss of life, while also severely affecting livelihoods, infrastructure, and essential services. This includes a preliminary estimate of USD 6.7 billion in direct physical damage, equivalent to around 6% of GDP, according to a satellite-based Rapid Digital Assessment (RAPIDA) by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). While the economic impact is substantial, the greatest loss is borne by the people and communities.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Good to see global cooperation. The death toll is staggering though - 38,500 missing? That's heartbreaking. Hope the international aid reaches those who need it most in the affected areas.
Operation Amistad - beautiful name meaning friendship. India should keep up such humanitarian missions. These small efforts build lasting bonds with other nations. But I hope MEA also focuses on domestic disaster preparedness, we have our own earthquake zones.
2,645 dead and 38,500 missing? That's a tragedy of enormous proportions. The UNDP estimate of $6.7 billion damage shows how devastating these quakes were. Sending strength to Venezuela from across the seas. 🙏
Nice to see Venezuela's acting President personally thanking all nations. But India's role is special - our army field hospitals provide real medical care on ground. That's tangible help, not just tweets. Hope we continue to support long-term recovery too.
"Venezuela will be reborn" - that's the spirit! Our country knows about facing disasters too. As a nation, we should always help others in need. It's good karma and builds soft power globally. Well done MEA and Army!
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