Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes passes 6,000

National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez says 6,125 people confirmed dead as government response faces scrutiny. The Venezuelan government has announced that the confirmed death toll from a pair of heavy earthquakes that struck the country in June has risen to 6,125 people. National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez announced the updated figures on Monday, stating in a post shared on the Telegram messaging app that 61,000 people had been treated in hospitals. The announcement comes as the Venezuelan government, headed by interim President Delcy Rodriguez , faces mounting criticism for shortcomings in the government’s response to the deadly earthquakes. As Venezuelans searched for missing friends and loved ones in the aftermath of the quakes, some criticised the government and military forces for their perceived failure to do enough to help residents.

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