'Pre-existing vulnerabilities: Venezuela already experiencing economic turmoil, displacement crisis'

Elinor Raikes from the International Rescue Committee highlights that the current crisis in Venezuela is a convergence of natural disaster and pre-existing economic and social issues. The country's long-standing economic collapse and mass displacement are now being compounded by the recent seismic events, putting immense strain on already weakened public services. This situation underscores the dire need for comprehensive international support to address both immediate and underlying problems in Venezuela, emphasizing the broader implications for global humanitarian efforts.