Venezuela Earthquake Response Under Fire: Interim President Delcy Rodríguez said the death toll has climbed to 2,595 and announced a $200 million reconstruction fund with IMF support, rejecting claims of a slow response as critics point to delayed aid and shortages of heavy equipment. Humanitarian Access & Accountability: UN officials said there are no barriers to international aid, while BBB urged donors to verify charities to avoid scams amid the disaster. Church-Led Relief: Catholic charities and bishops mobilized volunteers and supplies, including a July 4 weekend collection in Palm Beach and an emergency program in Petare (Caracas) to treat wounded people. International Rescue & Medical Aid: India’s Operation Amistad and its Army field hospital drew praise for medical services, and Mexico’s search teams used Israeli drone tech to reach dangerous areas. Rebuilding Logistics: Venezuela’s La Guaira port is partly disrupted, with commercial container operations suspended as humanitarian deliveries continue. Major Rescue Moment: A security guard was pulled alive after eight days under rubble in Catia La Mar, a rare “miracle” as search efforts near their end. Brazil Policy Watch: Brazil began implementing new meat inspection procedures to meet EU antimicrobial rules ahead of a September deadline. Regional Security Agenda: Uruguay hosted Chile’s José Antonio Kast, who called for harsher penalties and prison isolation for organized-crime leaders.