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Thai experts join rescue for 7 trapped in Laos cave

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Published May 26, 2026 10:18 AM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 12:05 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

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Thai experts who participated in the 2018 cave rescue have joined the effort to save 7 villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos.

Thai experts who participated in the 2018 cave rescue have joined the effort to save 7 villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605260024.aspx Distributor: CNA (Central News Agency)
Published: May 26, 2026

According to Laophattana News, experts who participated in the 2018 Thai cave rescue joined the operation yesterday to save 7 villagers trapped for 5 days. They were searching for gold in a cave in Xaysomboun province when flash floods blocked the exit. About 100 personnel are involved, but there is no word on their survival.

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Announced　May 26, 2026 10:18 AM — Distributor CNA (Central News Agency)
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Experts have joined, but the situation remains difficult.

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Thai experts who participated in the 2018 cave rescue have joined the effort to save 7 villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos.

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