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U.S. sends aid and messages of hope to Venezuela earthquake victims

From El Nacional · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The U.S. Southern Command and the U.S. Embassy in Caracas distributed humanitarian aid to families affected by earthquakes in Venezuela.
  • The aid includes food and basic necessities, accompanied by messages of solidarity and support.
  • U.S. military personnel were involved in the distribution efforts, reaffirming Washington's commitment to humanitarian assistance in Venezuela.

The U.S. Southern Command and the U.S. Embassy in Caracas have shared images of humanitarian aid being distributed to families impacted by earthquakes in Venezuela. The assistance includes food and essential products, accompanied by messages of solidarity.

"Sending hugs and lots of love. Faith and hope, we are here accompanying you. We know we cannot imagine what you are going through, but we are here thinking of you," read a letter included with the aid packages. U.S. Marines from the 24th Littoral Combat Force were seen unloading supplies at the Port of La Guaira on July 10, 2026.

The U.S. Embassy in Caracas described the delivery of supplies as a demonstration of solidarity with the affected populations. The Southern Command published a video documenting the distribution efforts, reinforcing Washington's commitment to humanitarian support in Venezuela.

The aid arrives as survivors continue their physical and emotional recovery, many having lost loved ones and homes. International organizations remain active in the earthquake-affected zones, distributing food, clean water, and essential items, while also providing medical assistance.

Sending hugs and lots of love. Faith and hope, we are here accompanying you. We know we cannot imagine what you are going through, but we are here thinking of you.

โ€” U.S. Embassy in CaracasA message included with the humanitarian aid packages distributed to earthquake-affected families in Venezuela.
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Originally published by El Nacional in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.