Venezuela's Acting President Recovering from Viral Infection Amidst Earthquake Aftermath

Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, has provided an update on her health, revealing she is recovering from a viral infection. She described the illness as a "viral infectious process" that led to inflammation, particularly affecting her voice, but assured the public she is overcoming it and will be "super well."

Speaking to state-run Venezolana de Televisión (VTV), Rodríguez clarified that the condition, exacerbated by recent rains, has not kept her from her duties. "Nothing has kept me from my work, nor will it," she stated, emphasizing her commitment despite the physical ailment.

This health update follows Rodríguez's earlier admission during a press conference in Caracas where she mentioned experiencing "deep internal pain and a broken voice" due to a health condition. While she did not elaborate on the specifics of the illness, its impact on her voice was visibly apparent.

Rodríguez's comments come at a critical time for Venezuela, which is still reeling from a devastating double earthquake that struck the country a week prior. The tremors, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude, are the deadliest in Venezuela in a century, with the latest reports indicating nearly 3,000 fatalities and over 13,000 injuries. Rodríguez also announced an international alliance to help recover the Maiquetía International Airport, which sustained significant damage from the earthquakes.