A man jumps on a collapsed building after an earthquake in Caracas, Venezuela, Wednesday, June 24, 2026.  (Photo: AP)

CARACAS, June 24 (Xinhua) -- Venezuela on Thursday declared a state of emergency following strong earthquakes, with acting President Delcy Rodriguez announcing the closure of Maiquetia airport due to earthquake damage, and extending condolences to the families of the victims, according to media reports.