72 Miners Killed in Air Strike on Sudan-Egypt Border
At least 72 artisanal miners were killed in an air strike on a gold mine near the Sudan-Egypt border, according to multiple human rights organizations and survivor accounts. The attack, which occurred on Saturday, targeted mining sites in the North Wadi area, resulting in numerous casualties and injuries. The Egyptian Air Force has been accused of carrying out the strike, although Egypt has not commented on the incident. The attack comes amidst an ongoing conflict in Sudan, where gold mining has become a significant source of income for both warring parties.104 sourcesSee all sources
