Investigators open probe into fatal Biełaruśkalij mine incident
June 12, Pozirk. The Investigative Committee has launched a criminal probe into alleged safety violations in mining or construction work that led to a death through negligence after a fatal incident on June 11 in Salihorsk, Minsk Region, the agency said.
The incident occurred at a mine operated by the 3rd mining unit of Biełaruśkalij potash giant at a depth of 620 meters, where a support beam collapsed during installation.
A 50-year-old mine support worker died in the incident, while two others were injured and hospitalized. A 34-year-old tractor operator suffered serious injuries, and an 18-year-old intern sustained leg injuries.
Investigators inspected the scene, documented evidence, interviewed witnesses and ordered a series of expert examinations. They also seized documentation, including records related to safety and labor protection.
Global Rights Index: Belarus among world’s ten worst countries for workers
June 3, Pozirk. Belarus, along with Argentina, Egypt, Myanmar, Nigeria, Panama, Tunisia, Turkey, Ecuador and Eswatini, ranked among the ten worst countries for workers in the 2026 International Trade Union Confederation’s (ITUC) Global Rights Index. The systematic persecution of independent …
