30 killed in Papua New Guinea tribal clashes near Porgera gold mine in September 2024.

Tribal clashes in Papua New Guinea's highlands have resulted in at least 30 deaths, as reported by police on September 16, 2024. The fighting, involving hundreds of warriors, escalated near the Porgera gold mine, although its direct involvement in the violence is unclear. Authorities have implemented emergency powers for security forces to address the unrest, which began in August and intensified recently.

September 16, 2024
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