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Two powerful earthquakes struck northern Venezuela, killing at least 235 people and injuring over 4,300, with rescue crews still searching through rubble for survivors. A UN agency has paused ship evacuations through the Strait of Hormuz after an attack on a cargo vessel. Ukraine is escalating pressure on Russia by targeting Crimea with power and fuel disruptions, while Zelenskyy announces a 40-day offensive campaign.

Rescuers search rubble for survivors after deadly Venezuela earthquakes

Rescuers search rubble for survivors after deadly Venezuela earthquakesTwo devastating earthquakes struck northern Venezuela, leaving communities in ruins and search teams racing to find survivors trapped under collapsed buildings. Neighbors are digging through rubble by hand as official rescue operations deploy across the affected region. One woman was pulled alive from the debris, offering a rare moment of hope amid widespread destruction. The earthquakes have caused catastrophic damage to infrastructure, flattening homes and public buildings in multiple cities.

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Neighbors dig through Venezuela rubble to search for loved ones after 2 deadly earthquakes (AP News)
Venezuelans hope online posts will bring news of missing after devastating earthquakes (AP News)
Woman pulled alive from rubble after Venezuela earthquakes as rescuers search for survivors (BBC)
Venezuela reels from earthquakes as rescuers scramble to find survivors (NPR)
Rescue underway after deadly quakes hit Venezuela (China Daily)

Experts analyze rare 'doublet' earthquake phenomenon in Venezuela

Experts analyze rare 'doublet' earthquake phenomenon in VenezuelaSeismologists are studying whether the two back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela were a rare 'doublet' event or actually a single major quake. The distinction matters for understanding seismic risk and building resilience in the region. Experts explain how such sequences occur and why they pose additional dangers, as aftershocks continue to complicate rescue efforts.

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Venezuela’s deadly ‘doublet’ earthquakes may have been a single big one. Here’s why it matters (CNN)
How to help those impacted by the Venezuela earthquakes (AP News)
The 2 earthquakes that struck Venezuela are known as a ‘doublet.’ Here’s how they happen (AP News)
Things to know about the Venezuela earthquakes (AP News)
Back-to-back powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela, causing widespread damage (AP News)

Venezuela quake death toll climbs to 235 with thousands injured

Venezuela quake death toll climbs to 235 with thousands injuredVenezuela's health minister has confirmed at least 235 deaths and over 4,300 injuries from the catastrophic earthquakes. The international community is mobilizing aid as rescue operations continue. The rising toll reflects the scale of destruction, with many buildings collapsed across affected cities. Medical facilities are overwhelmed, treating the wounded around the clock.

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Venezuela health minister says around 235 people dead and 4,300 injured in catastrophic earthquakes (AP News)
World aids rescue effort as Venezuela quake death toll hits 235 (Al Jazeera)
The death toll is rising after major Venezuelan earthquakes topple many buildings (NPR)
Death toll from Venezuelan earthquakes climbs to 235, injuries reach 4,300 (China Daily)

UN halts Strait of Hormuz ship evacuations after vessel attack

UN halts Strait of Hormuz ship evacuations after vessel attackA UN agency has suspended the evacuation of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz following an attack on a cargo ship in the strategic waterway. The decision disrupts maritime traffic through one of the world's most critical oil transit chokepoints. Shipping operators are on high alert as security concerns escalate in the region.

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UN agency pauses evacuation of ships through the Strait of Hormuz after attack on vessel (AP News)
UN agency pauses evacuation of ships through the Strait of Hormuz after attack on vessel (NPR)
UN agency pauses ship evacuations through strait of Hormuz after vessel struck (The Guardian)
Ship evacuation in Strait of Hormuz paused following attack on cargo vessel (CBC)

Ukraine targets Crimea as Zelenskyy announces 40-day offensive push

Ukraine targets Crimea as Zelenskyy announces 40-day offensive pushUkraine is intensifying its campaign against Russian positions, imposing power outages and fuel bans in Crimea while preparations for a broader offensive advance. Zelenskyy has declared a 40-day military operation aimed at disrupting Russia's war capabilities. Western officials warn that Russia may be preparing provocations in Baltic states or Poland. The conflict shows no signs of de-escalation as both sides brace for intensified fighting.

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Power outages, fuel bans and no summer camps: Ukraine steps up pressure on Russia by targeting Crimea (CNN)
Russia preparing possible ‘provocation’ in Baltic states or Poland, sources say (The Guardian)
Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy declares 40-day Russia blitz to ‘influence the aggressor state’ (The Guardian)