The devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela in June have left a trail of destruction, with the confirmed death toll now standing at 6,125 people.
The announcement was made by National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez, who also revealed that 61,000 people have been treated in hospitals.
The Venezuelan government, led by interim President Delcy Rodriguez, is facing mounting criticism for its response to the disaster. Many have questioned the government's ability to provide adequate support to those affected, particularly in the initial aftermath of the quakes.
The earthquakes, which measured 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude, occurred on June 24 and had a significant impact on the coastal state of La Guaira and the national capital, Caracas.
According to Rodriguez, only 16.5 percent of the debris from the earthquakes has been removed, raising concerns about the country's path to recovery.
A report by the World Bank has estimated that the physical damage from the earthquakes is approximately $20 billion. However, the source of funding for the recovery efforts remains uncertain, with the United States maintaining significant control over Venezuela and some economic sanctions still in place.
Advocates are calling for the remaining sanctions to be lifted to facilitate the flow of funds into the country and support the recovery process.