Rescue Efforts Intensify for 13 Miners Trapped in Russian Gold Mine
Rescuers from various regions join forces to save miners trapped for over two days following a rockslide at the Pioneer mine.
- Rescue teams from neighboring regions and experienced miners from Siberia's Kuzbas have been deployed with specialized equipment.
- The trapped miners are believed to be alive, with efforts underway to drill a hole for communication and assessment.
- Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered all necessary measures to facilitate the rescue operation.
- An investigation into a suspected breach of safety rules at the mine has been initiated.
- Accidents at mines are relatively common in Russia, with a history of deadly incidents due to lax safety measures.