A bus carrying mine workers to Venetia, one of the largest diamond mining sites in the Republic of South Africa, collided with a truck. Local sources stated that at least 20 workers lost their lives. The bus caught fire after the accident and was extinguished by firefighters. An investigation has been launched into the accident.
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Maria Zakharova confirmed that Russia officially recognizes Karabakh as part of Azerbaijan. The statement followed backlash over Russian Vice President Vladimir Medinsky’s remarks referring to the region as “disputed.”
Zakharova clarified that Medinsky was discussing the humanitarian aspect of the conflict and urged against misinterpreting his words. Azerbaijan’s Foreign Ministry criticized Medinsky’s comments and reminded that Russia’s official stance recognizes Karabakh as Azerbaijani territory.
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