A dispute broke out between two tribes in Papua New Guinea. It was reported that at least 30 people lost their lives in the incident that turned into a conflict. As security measures were increased, buildings were set on fire and a curfew was imposed. It was reported that at least 30 people lost their lives as a result of the dispute between two tribes turning into a conflict in Papua New Guinea. There has been unrest in the region since members of the Sakar clan settled on the land belonging to their rivals, Piande, near the Porgera gold mine in the central parts of Papua New Guinea since August. The dispute between the two tribes turned into a conflict after the failed peace talks. In a statement made by the police, it was reported that at least 30 people lost their lives in the conflict. "IF YOU CARRY A WEAPON IN A PUBLIC PLACE, YOU WILL BE SHOT" The police announced that instructions were given to the security forces to stop the conflict, and the sale of alcohol was banned and a curfew was imposed throughout the night. Buildings were set on fire during the conflicts, and schools, hospitals, and government offices in the region were closed. In his statement, Papua New Guinea Police Commissioner David Manning added, "The deteriorating situation is caused by illegal miners and settlers who use violence to terrorize local communities and victimize landowners. Simply put, if you carry a weapon in a public place or threaten another person, you will be shot." 26 PEOPLE LOST THEIR LIVES EARLIER THIS YEAR The Porgera gold mine, the second largest mine owned by Canada in Papua New Guinea, temporarily suspended its operations due to the intensification of conflicts. Earlier this year, 26 people, including 16 children, lost their lives in an attack on 3 villages in the country's Eastern Sepik province.
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