"Turkey Gold Mine Landslide: 9 Workers Missing, SSR Mining Halts Production"
A landslide at a gold mine in eastern Turkey has left nine workers missing, triggering concerns of cyanide contamination in the Euphrates river. The Copler mine, operated by Anagold Madencilik, has suspended operations indefinitely, and over 400 personnel are involved in rescue efforts. Opposition parties and industry associations criticize the government for allegedly neglecting the mine's operations, with concerns raised about environmental disaster and lack of supervision. The company, SSR Mining Inc., is focused on locating the missing workers and ensuring safety, while environmental sampling is being conducted to assess potential contamination.
