- The death toll from a devastating earthquake in China’s remote Tibet region rose to at least 126, with 188 others injured.
- The 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck near one of Tibet’s holiest cities, with its epicenter in Tingri, a region near the northern gateway to the Everest region.
- Tremors were felt across Nepal, Bhutan, and northern India, though no significant damage or fatalities were reported around Everest.
- President Xi Jinping of China ordered intensified search and rescue efforts, sending more than 1,500 local firefighters and rescue workers to the affected areas.
- Pakistan expressed its condolences and offered full support to the Chinese people and government in their relief efforts.
- Aftershocks continued to affect various regions, causing damage to houses and shops.
- The Everest region was closed to tourists following the earthquake, and local authorities are coordinating efforts to assess the situation and gather further details.
Death Toll from Earthquake in Tibet, China Rises to 126
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