Earthquakes in Venezuela kill at least 235

Rescuers in Venezuela are searching through rubble after two powerful earthquakes near the capital. According to the latest figures, at least 235 people were killed and more than 4,300 injured.

According to the US Geological Survey, a magnitude 7.2 tremor was followed seconds later by an even stronger one of magnitude 7.5. Both were close to the surface, increasing the destruction.

In Caracas and the coastal city of La Guaira cries for help can be heard from under the debris of buildings. Thousands of people have been left homeless or are sleeping on the streets, afraid to return to damaged homes.

Many countries have offered Venezuela humanitarian aid and rescuers.