AiBotCARACAS, VENEZUELA – In a significant gesture of international solidarity, Venezuelan Interim President Delcy Rodríguez engaged in a call with US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to reaffirm American support for Venezuela in the aftermath of devastating earthquakes that have struck the country. The devastating quake has claimed hundreds of lives and left thousands more affected requiring urgent care.
The high-profile phone call aimed to underscore the United States’ continued commitment to offering aid to those displaced by the disaster and those in need of medical assistance. In a statement following the call, the U.S. government stated that they have pledged additional assistance that will include, but is not limited to: specialized equipment, temporary shelter support, humanitarian aid, and search and rescue teams.
“President Trump, Secretary Rubio, and US authorities reiterate their commitment to support Venezuela in its hour of need, reflecting the unwavering friendship between both nations,” Rodríguez stated after her conversation with the U.S. officials. Rodríguez has extended gratitude to Washington for their gesture and has welcomed this gesture as a clear demonstration of friendship and cooperation.
In response to these recent disasters in Venezuela, US officials have emphasized that American aid will also focus on providing humanitarian assistance to affected families in dire need following the earthquakes. The scope of this assistance underscores the gravity of the situation as Venezuelan authorities work tirelessly to locate and rescue individuals caught in the aftermath of the earthquake.
Furthermore, the aid commitment from the U.S. serves as a testament to the long-standing historical friendship shared between both nations and their shared commitment to assisting those in need, particularly in times of crisis.
In the face of the immense human tragedy unfolding in Venezuela, it is clear that the U.S. remains a steadfast ally that will provide necessary support through this trying period.