Venezuelan Ambassador to Saint Lucia, Leiff Escalona, has reiterated her nation’s dedication to fostering regional solidarity and peace, while voicing apprehension over the resumption of military exercises in Trinidad and Tobago, conducted with US support. Escalona highlighted Venezuela’s recent humanitarian efforts, including the delivery of 46 tonnes of aid to Cuba and Jamaica, both severely impacted by Hurricane Melissa. The aid comprised food, medicines, medical supplies, and mattresses, with Cuba receiving 26 tonnes and Jamaica 20.