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News in English (USA) / 12.10.2026 / 10:00

Deadly Airstrikes Target Gold Miners on Sudan-Egypt Border

A series of airstrikes on gold mines near the Sudan-Egypt border has resulted in the deaths of at least 200 miners, according to survivors and rights groups. Reports indicate that at least 72 Sudanese artisanal miners were killed in a recent attack, with medical organizations confirming multiple casualties. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene at the gold mine, as airstrikes targeted the operation, leading to significant loss of life. The attacks have drawn international condemnation and raised concerns over the safety of gold prospectors in the region, who often find themselves caught in geopolitical conflicts.
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