A coal mine in Alxa League, in China’s northern region of Inner Mongolia, collapsed yesterday. While the death toll has risen to 5, search and rescue efforts continue for the other 48 missing miners. The rescue effort included 40 health workers and almost 480 rescuers.
Premier Li Keqiang of China has ordered an immediate investigation into the cause of the landslide.
At the 51st G7 Summit in Canada, leaders issued a joint statement calling for de-escalation in the Middle East. The G7 reaffirmed Israel’s right to self-defense and emphasized their support for its security. The statement labeled Iran as the main source of regional instability and terrorism, and reiterated that Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons. It also called for a resolution to the crisis that includes a ceasefire in Gaza and noted that G7 countries are monitoring energy markets and ready to act to maintain stability.
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