Venezuela leader defends earthquake response

🇻🇪 VENEZUELA — Acting President Delcy Rodriguez has publicly rejected growing criticism regarding the government's handling of a recent earthquake in Venezuela. Local reports suggest rising public frustration and loss of trust in state-led relief efforts. Rodriguez maintains the administration's actions are sufficient, dismissing allegations of negligence or inadequate coordination during the humanitarian crisis.

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Why it matters

The government's response to the disaster has become a focal point for domestic political instability and public dissatisfaction.