Description
Two powerful earthquakes, with magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, struck central Venezuela, causing widespread damage across several states, particularly in Caracas. On Thursday, June 25, 2026, Save the Children held a video press briefing on the current situation, our response, and the disaster's impact on children.
Our speakers:
- Belinda Goldsmith, Global Head of Media, Save the Children (Host)
- Fatima Andraca, Save the Children Venezuela Country Director, who is based in Caracas
- Cris Garcia, Save the Children Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean, based in Panama
Get the latest updates: https://www.savethechildren.org/us/where-we-work/venezuela
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