A major search-and-rescue effort is underway in Venezuela after two earthquakes levelled buildings and left many trapped
A major search-and-rescue effort is underway in Venezuela’s capital after two powerful earthquakes levelled buildings and left many trapped beneath the rubble. Authorities have declared a state of emergency, and initial reports say at least 32 people have been killed.
Published On 25 Jun 2026
"The Foreign Ministry is conducting a situation assessment with the relevant authorities in Israel and is examining the options for assistance," the statement said.
The operation changed the course of history as it was the impetus for US President Donald Trump to pull out of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal shortly after the operation's results were revealed.
Reuters quoted National armaments director Urs Loher as telling a press conference that it would not be Israel's Arrow defense system.
Chief Sgt. First Class (res.) Basil Sweid, 32, from Peki’in, was a driver in the 75th Battalion of the 7th Armored Brigade. He worked on the Rambam Medical Center's administrative team.