Caracas

Caracas is the capital city of Venezuela. It serves as the country's political, economic, and cultural center.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to a major earthquake that caused significant damage and ongoing rescue efforts.

Latest on Caracas

• Venezuela says Caracas airport to reopen to commercial flights 'soon as possible'
• Aftershock hits Caracas as rescue efforts enter critical hours in Venezuela
• In Caracas, this feels like the hardest moment in Venezuela's modern history
• Venezuela earthquakes draw aid from governments that cut ties with Caracas
• People flee as building collapses on Caracas outskirts
• Powerful earthquakes rock Venezuela, bringing down buildings in Caracas

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