Venezuela earthquake: Number of known dead rises to nearly 5,000 victims

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Venezuelan lawmaker Jorge Rodriguez announced on Thursday that the confirmed death toll from June earthquakes has risen to 4,930, with the UN estimating 50,000 missing and many more feared dead. The disaster has impacted tens of thousands, with nearly 17,000 wounded and 21,120 in shelters, while US sanctions are reportedly hindering recovery efforts.

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The UN estimates 50,000 are missing, with many more feared dead under the rubble as the focus shifts to rebuilding.

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