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Egyptian airstrikes hit gold mining sites near Sudan border

Egyptian airstrikes targeted artisanal gold mines near the Sudanese border, killing several miners.

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Sudan-Egypt border
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Wednesday, 17 June 2026 at 16:11 UTC
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Footage has emerged showing Egyptian airstrikes hitting artisanal gold mining sites near the Sudanese-Egyptian border, killing several miners. According to Sudan Tribune, the strikes targeted the Jabal al-Uqaydat gold fields in River Nile State, as well as nearby areas. The attack raises tensions along the border and highlights ongoing disputes over illegal mining activities. No official statement from Egyptian authorities has been released yet.
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