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WorldPublished: 29 June 2026 at 21:36

New Strong Earthquake Strikes Venezuela's Capital Caracas

A new strong earthquake hit Caracas and its surroundings on Monday morning, as an international search and rescue operation continues in the north of the country following two devastating quakes five days ago. The confirmed death toll is nearing 1,500, with tens of thousands still missing.

Foto: ERR (rus)

On Monday morning, June 29, a new strong earthquake struck the Venezuelan capital Caracas and its vicinity. This comes as an international search and rescue operation continues in the northern part of the country, five days after two destructive earthquakes.

The confirmed death toll has approached 1,500, and tens of thousands of people remain unaccounted for. However, rescue efforts still bring hope: on June 29, a 21-year-old man was pulled alive from the rubble.

The situation remains dire, with international teams working tirelessly to locate survivors amidst the devastation.

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