Américo Villarreal and SEMARNAT agree on actions for the environment

Social networks have become a key tool in the search for missing people after the two earthquakes that shook Venezuela on Wednesday night. Given the lack of official information and communication failures, families inside and outside the country have turned to digital platforms to disseminate photos, data and alerts.

Earthquakes and emergency

The earthquakes, of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, left hundreds dead and thousands injured, in addition to widespread damage in regions such as La Guaira and areas near Caracas. Authorities warn that the number of victims could increase as rescue efforts continue through the rubble.

Disinformation crisis

Independent online registries report tens of thousands of people unaccounted for, a figure far higher than official counts. Families of Venezuelans living abroad have shared the uncertainty of not being able to contact their loved ones due to the interruption of basic services and limited connectivity.

International organizations, including the UN human rights mission in Venezuela, have called for restoring access to social media and messaging platforms. They point out that timely information is crucial in disasters, as it can facilitate rescues and the location of people.

Meanwhile, thousands of Venezuelan migrants in countries such as Mexico, Spain, Chile and Brazil are experiencing the anguish of not knowing the status of their relatives. Distance has turned tragedy into an uncertain wait, where the only tool available is the constant dissemination of messages on networks in the hope of obtaining a response.

Position of the SNTE

The National Union of Education Workers (SNTE) rejected any form of blackmail, extortion, provocation, radicalization or violence as a negotiation method. This was expressed in a statement, in reference to the dialogue tables that the National Coordinator of Education Workers (CNTE) holds with the Ministry of Public Education (SEP).

The union stated that it does not support the use of strikes, blockades or other actions that affect third parties as a mechanism for political pressure. The position seeks to promote constructive dialogue and avoid harm to students and the community.

The SNTE statement occurs at a time of tension between the actors in the educational system. The union organization advocates peaceful and respectful methods, prioritizing the stability and well-being of students.

The World Cup fever in Mexico also has an echo in European royalty. Felipe VI, King of Spain, traveled to Guadalajara to watch his team’s match against Uruguay in the 2026 World Cup.

The monarch arrived at the Guadalajara Stadium under a security operation. He accompanied the ‘Red Fury’ in a decisive match in the group stage. In the FIFA box, the king greeted fans and experienced the pre-match protocol.

Applause and attentive look

During the Spanish anthem, Felipe VI stood tall. The stadium screens showed their reaction to the first attacks of the team led by Luis de la Fuente. He even applauded Spain’s approaches.

Along with the king were local authorities and representatives of the federations of both countries. He also shared the stage with two leading figures in Spanish football: Iker Casillas and Carles Puyol, world champions in 2010. Both closely followed the performance of the new generation, considered one of the candidates for the title.

The royal presence in the Guadalajara stadium reinforces the connection between Mexico and Spain within the framework of a global sporting event. The visit of Felipe VI did not go unnoticed by the fans and the cameras that captured every gesture of the monarch.