Mexico rescues two in Venezuela, sends more aid after earthquakes

The Mexican rescue brigade deployed to Venezuela after the devastating earthquakes of June 24 has rescued two people alive from the rubble, President Claudia Sheinbaum announced on Monday. The 250-member team, including military specialists, canine units, and medical personnel, will remain in the country to continue search-and-rescue operations. Source: excelsiormx, mileniomx

Death toll and rescue operations

While Sheinbaum did not give a specific death toll, sources report varying figures: Milenio cites "more than 1,300 dead" Source: mileniomx, while La Jornada reports 1,450 fatalities and thousands injured Source: lajornadamx. The Mexican team, part of the "Yumare" humanitarian group, has been working alongside local authorities and has conducted rescues using specialized equipment.

Additional aid

Venezuela has formally requested more aid via a letter to Mexico's foreign ministry, asking for:

• Water purification plants
• Electric power generators
• Non-perishable food Sheinbaum instructed the Defense and Navy secretariats to prepare a new shipment, to be sent by air and sea. Source: excelsiormx, mileniomx A first shipment of 10.7 tonnes of medical supplies and 8.4 tonnes of tools was already sent. Source: lajornadamx The government is also coordinating with collection centers across Mexico. Source: mileniomx

Diplomatic solidarity

Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco spoke with his Venezuelan counterpart Yván Gil, reiterating Mexico's solidarity and condolences. Source: heraldomx, infobae President Sheinbaum had previously spoken with Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodríguez. Source: lajornadamx Velasco stated that Mexico will continue honoring its tradition of solidarity with the Venezuelan people. Source: infobae