Pope Leo XIV urges international community to help Venezuela after earthquakes

Pope Leo XIV has conveyed his solidarity with the Venezuelan population affected by recent earthquakes, calling for sustained international assistance. "I wish to express our closeness, mine and that of the entire College of Cardinals, to the population of Venezuela, hard hit by the violent earthquake of these days," the pontiff stated at the Vatican.

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I wish to express our closeness, mine and that of the entire College of Cardinals, to the population of Venezuela, hard hit by the violent earthquake of these days.

The Pope assured his prayers for the victims, their families, and all those suffering the consequences of the tragedies. He also entrusted to the Lord "all those involved in the relief efforts." He concluded by appealing for continued international solidarity with Venezuela, describing it as a "beloved nation."

Following the earthquakes, Pope Leo XIV dispatched an initial economic aid package of 100,000 euros (approximately $114,000) via the Apostolic Almoner's Office. This aid is intended to address the most urgent needs of those affected by the disaster.

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I assure my prayer for the victims, their families and for all those who suffer the consequences of these tragedies.

The twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on Wednesday have resulted in at least 1,430 deaths, with 3,238 injured and over 5,000 people receiving hospital treatment, according to the latest figures from Venezuelan Parliament President Jorge Rodríguez. The tremors also caused extensive material damage, collapsing buildings and leaving many people trapped, particularly in the hardest-hit state of La Guaira.

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May the solidarity of the international community not be lacking with this beloved nation.