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Delayed orders, a lack of basic equipment, and overall confusion hindered the deployment of Venezuelan troops in the crucial first days after two devastating earthquakes struck the country's coast.

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Venezuela

Who
senior military commanders, Venezuelan troops, eight sources familiar with the response
What
Delayed orders, a lack of basic equipment, and overall confusion hindered the deployment of Venezuelan troops in the crucial first days after two devastating earthquakes struck the country's coast.
When
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:11:37 GMT · 1h 59m ago
Where
Venezuela ·
Why
Confusion and delayed orders from senior military commanders slowed the response to earthquakes.
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The delayed response to the earthquakes has led to public outrage over the government's handling of the disaster.

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