Venezuela experienced two powerful earthquakes on Wednesday evening, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude, causing significant destruction and panic among residents. Acting-President Delcy Rodríguez reported severe damage, including the closure of the main airport and the hospitalization of dozens, while urging calm and unity among the population. The earthquakes are among the strongest to hit the nation in over a century, leading to a state of emergency and widespread evacuations.