One month after earthquakes, Venezuela risks spiraling into deeper crisis without urgent investment in economic recovery

Country: Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) Source: International Rescue Committee Caracas, Venezuela, July 22, 2026 — Nearly one month after devastating twin earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, the window is closing to set the country on a sustainable path toward recovery. Without immediate investment in local economies and livelihood support, the disaster risks spiraling into a deeper humanitarian crisis, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) warns. Venezuela was already experiencing p