The death toll from Venezuela's twin quakes has risen to more than 3,000 as the country marks its 215th independence day.

The death toll from Venezuela's twin quakes has risen to more than 3,000 as the country marks its 215th independence day. Link Death toll from Venezuela quakes rises to over 3,000 as nation marks its 215th independence day Earlier in the day, Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez defended the government's actions following the quakes amid growing frustration over what many have called a delayed and inadequate response.