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Israel's ZAKA Volunteers Join Venezuela Earthquake Rescue Effort

7/8/2026

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ZAKA’s international rescue unit from Israel deployed volunteers to aid Venezuela’s earthquake response, focusing on survivor searches and dignified victim recovery.
Commander Nachman Diksztejn said the team coordinates with Colombian rescue crews and Venezuelan responders to assess damaged structures and plan safe entries.
Field commander Guy Mansour noted each collapsed-building entry requires professional risk assessment, rapid decision-making, and round-the-clock volunteer support, reflecting Israel’s values of compassion and professionalism.

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ZAKA’s international rescue unit from Israel deployed volunteers to aid Venezuela’s earthquake response, focusing on survivor searches and dignified victim recovery.
Commander Nachman Diksztejn said the team coordinates with Colombian rescue crews and Venezuelan responders to assess damaged structures and plan safe entries.
Field commander Guy Mansour noted each collapsed-building entry requires professional risk assessment, rapid decision-making, and round-the-clock volunteer support, reflecting Israel’s values of compassion and professionalism.