President Rouhani: Mine explosion to be investigated

Speaking to reporters upon arrival at the airport, President Rouhani also expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims.

President Rouhani arrived in Golestan province on Sunday to personally visit the site of the deadly explosion of a coal mine in the city of Azadshahr.

Upon arrival, President Rouhani was warmly welcomed by a number of provincial officials at Gorgan International Airport.

At least 26 miners were killed in a huge explosion in the Zemestanyurt coal mine on Wednesday in the northeastern province of Golestan.

Zemestanyurt coal mine in Azadshahr region is situated 90 km east of the provincial capital city of Gorgan.

Provincial officials have announced three days of mourning for the victims of the incident.

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