Venezuela quake death toll tops 5,000 as IMF releases emergency aid

Venezuela's National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez reported on Friday that the death toll from twin earthquakes on June 24 has surpassed 5,000, with most fatalities in La Guaira state, while the IMF confirmed the release of $346 million in emergency financing. The disaster response has faced criticism for delays in military deployment and equipment shortages, though authorities have rejected these claims.