Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed profound grief over the devastation and loss of life caused by the powerful earthquakes that recently struck Venezuela. He conveyed his sympathies to the victims and their families during this difficult time.
In a statement shared on social media platform X, the prime minister said that the people of Pakistan stand with the government and citizens of Venezuela. He extended heartfelt condolences to the families who lost loved ones in the disaster and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured.
Shehbaz Sharif emphasized that Pakistan fully supports the people of Venezuela as they cope with the aftermath of the tragedy. He reiterated the country’s solidarity with all those affected by the earthquakes and their consequences.
According to reports, Venezuela declared a state of emergency after powerful earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 on the Richter scale struck different parts of the country. The tremors caused widespread destruction, damaging infrastructure and residential areas.
Deeply saddened by the devastation and loss of life caused by the earthquakes in Venezuela.
On behalf of the people of Pakistan, I convey our heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Venezuela, especially the families of the victims. We pray for the injured and…
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) June 25, 2026
Media reports indicate that the country’s main international airport in Maiquetía suffered significant damage due to the earthquakes, leading authorities to suspend airport operations while assessments and repair work continue.
The disaster has reportedly caused extensive destruction, with dozens of buildings collapsing in affected regions. Emergency response teams remain engaged in rescue and relief efforts as authorities work to assess the full scale of the damage.
Preliminary estimates and international assessments have raised concerns that the death toll could rise significantly as rescue operations continue. Officials and humanitarian agencies are closely monitoring the situation while providing assistance to affected communities across Venezuela.
