Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes now over 1,700, thousands still missing

Five days after powerful earthquakes struck central-northern Venezuela, the confirmed death toll has surpassed 1,700 people, with thousands remaining missing. Rescue teams continue searching for survivors while the UN coordinates and scales up humanitarian assistance. Officials warn that the recovery process will take time as intense rescue operations persist across the affected regions. The UN is currently managing the response to provide necessary aid to those impacted by the deadly seismic events.