Papua New Guinea Landslide Buries Over 2,000, Seeks Aid

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A landslide in Papua New Guinea's Enga province has buried over 2,000 people, according to government officials, who have formally requested international aid. The U.N. has estimated 670 deaths, but the number remains fluid. The disaster has caused major destruction, burying homes and a key highway, complicating relief efforts. The challenging conditions, including the village's remote location and ongoing tribal warfare, hinder accurate casualty assessments and aid delivery.
Topics:world#casualties#disaster-relief#international-news#landslide#papua-new-guinea#united-nations
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- Papua New Guinea Landslide Has Buried 2000 People, Officials Say The New York Times
- Papua New Guinea landslide buried more than 2000 people, government says Reuters.com
- Papua New Guinea Says Landslide Buried Over 2,000 People HuffPost
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