U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States stands ready to assist Venezuela after two major earthquakes struck the country, causing widespread destruction and significant loss of life.

Axar.az reports that in a post on Truth Social, Trump described the earthquakes as "massive in scale" and said early reports from the affected areas were alarming.

"The two major earthquakes that just hit the great people of Venezuela are both massive in scale and have left a devastating number of deaths," Trump wrote.

He added that he had instructed all U.S. government agencies to prepare for a rapid response effort.

"The U.S.A. stands ready, willing, and able to help. I have instructed all agencies of our government to get ready to move quickly. We will be there for our new and great friends. Early reports are not good!!!" Trump said.