At least 90 killed in China's worst coal mine disaster in over 16 years
A tragic gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi province has resulted in at least 90 fatalities, marking China's worst coal mine disaster in over 16 years. Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged authorities to prioritize the treatment of the injured and the ongoing search-and-rescue efforts. This incident highlights ongoing safety concerns within the country's coal mining industry.
- ▪At least 90 people have died in a coal mine disaster in Shanxi province, China.
- ▪The disaster is the worst of its kind in over 16 years.
- ▪President Xi Jinping has called for urgent efforts to treat the injured and conduct rescue operations.
4 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 3 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 2 centre.
- ▪ China coal mine blast kills at least 90, leaves nine missing — Al Jazeera English
- ▪ China coal mine blast kills at least 90, more missing — Japan Times
- ▪ China Coal Mine Explosion Kills 90 in Deadliest Blast Since 2009 - Bloomberg.com — Google News
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| Publication time | Sat, 23 May 2026 11:24:14 GMT |
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At least 90 killed in China's worst coal mine disaster in over 16 yearsChinese President Xi Jinping called for authorities to "spare no effort" in treating the injured and conducting search-and-rescue operations.Follow us on GoogleRescuers work at the site following a gas explosion at Liushenyu coal mine in Qinyuan county, Shanxi province, China May 23, 2026.(photo credit: CNSPHOTO VIA REUTERS)
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