The European Union has conveyed its condolences to the families of victims of the devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela, expressing solidarity with the people and those engaged in rescue and relief operations. In a joint statement on 25 June 2026, High Representative Kaja Kallas and Commissioners Jozef Síkela and Hadja Lahbib said the EU is in contact with Venezuelan authorities and stands ready to support emergency response efforts, while working with partners to assess urgent humanitarian needs as more information becomes available.
The EU is prepared to mobilise assistance through the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism, should a request be received. Meanwhile, the Copernicus satellite system has been activated in emergency mapping mode to support the response. The statement noted that the earthquakes come at a time when millions of Venezuelans already face significant humanitarian needs. The EU remains in close communication with its humanitarian partners and stands ready to provide all necessary operational support.
This is the first EU institutional reaction to the earthquakes, with no prior coverage of the event in the last 180 days. The statement does not specify the scale of the earthquakes or the number of casualties, but the offer of Civil Protection Mechanism activation and satellite mapping indicates the EU is preparing for a potential large-scale humanitarian response. The impact on stakeholders is currently limited to the Venezuelan population and humanitarian organisations, with the EU's role being one of potential material support pending a formal request from Venezuelan authorities.