U.S. Troops Unload China’s Only Aid Flight in Venezuela After Quakes Kill 4,734
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Updated · Fox News · Jul 15
U.S. Troops Unload China’s Only Aid Flight in Venezuela After Quakes Kill 4,734
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jul 15
Summary
July 6 photos show U.S. soldiers unloading an Air China relief flight at Simón Bolívar Airport, the only known Chinese aid shipment to reach Venezuela after the June 24 twin earthquakes.
1 operational runway made that delivery possible after U.S. forces repaired the quake-damaged airport, allowing C-17s and other large aircraft to resume bringing in international relief supplies.
More than 1.5 million pounds of U.S.-backed assistance and over $386 million in funding have been committed through partner groups, far exceeding China’s $14.72 million pledge.
4,734 people have died, 16,740 were injured and nearly 18,000 left homeless, underscoring why U.S. troops and nonprofits are controlling unloading, transport and distribution on the ground.
With $37 billion in damages, can Venezuela fund its long-term reconstruction after the aid runs out?
What does China's minimal aid effort signal about its influence in a now U.S.-aligned Venezuela?
How will the U.S. manage Venezuela's recovery while controlling its aid and oil income?
Venezuela Earthquakes of June 24, 2026: Humanitarian Crisis, International Aid, and Political Upheaval
Overview
On June 24, 2026, Venezuela was hit by two powerful earthquakes that struck the capital Caracas and the coastal state of La Guaira, causing widespread destruction and plunging these densely populated areas into a severe humanitarian crisis. The urgent need for aid led to a swift response from both the international community and local organizations. Thanks to a robust humanitarian framework established since 2019, the United Nations quickly coordinated efforts with various agencies, NGOs, and the Red Cross, enabling an organized and immediate relief operation to address the disaster’s devastating impact.