Forty seconds of chaos that wrecked Venezuela’s comeback

In northern Venezuela, twin earthquakes have caused widespread destruction and left thousands feared dead, shattering the country's tentative recovery from years of economic turmoil and social strife. The quakes have left infrastructure in ruins and emergency services overwhelmed, highlighting the urgent need for international aid and support. This disaster underscores the vulnerabilities of regions still reeling from previous crises, and it casts a shadow over Venezuela's hopes for a brighter future. The global community may now focus more attention on the humanitarian needs of this struggling nation.