Attempts to rescue 13 people trapped in a collapsed Russian gold mine continue for a fifth day

Rescue efforts continued relentlessly for a fifth consecutive day on Friday as emergency teams strived to reach 13 individuals trapped deep underground in a collapsed gold mine in Russia's far east.

Reports indicated that there has been no communication established with the miners in the Amur region, situated approximately 5,000 kilometers (3,000 miles) east of Moscow. Officials from the region confirmed on Tuesday that at least 13 miners were caught in the collapse.

According to the state news agency RIA-Novosti, emergency officials stated that robust pumps have successfully drained water from the mine.

The miners found themselves trapped at a depth of roughly 125 meters (400 feet) following the mine's partial collapse on Monday. The exact cause of the incident remains undisclosed at this time.