Katrina victims receive support from around the world

Germany said it would offer aid or money if requested by Washington.

Sri Lanka, still recovering from the tsunami disaster, pledged $25,000 to the American Red Cross.

Australia said it would donate $7.7 million immediately to the American Red Cross.

Japan donated $200,000 to the Red Cross and would also provide up to $300,000 in aid supplies.

The Vatican sent a telegram to say that Pope Benedict XVI was "deeply saddened" by the disaster and that he was praying for the victims and rescuers.

C'mon Pope - open up the wallet a little! These victims already got Britney Spears praying for them.