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The article reports that thousands in Bougainville, Papua New Guinea, have filed a class action lawsuit against Rio Tinto and its former unit over historical mismanagement of the Panguna copper mine, which led to a civil war in 1989. The villagers seek compensation potentially amounting to billions of dollars for the damage caused. Rio Tinto confirmed the legal action and stated they are reviewing the claim. The litigation is funded by Panguna Mine Action LLC, with the aim to address the impacts of the mine's operations on the communities. Bougainvilleans are looking to reopen the mine to finance the region's independence, pending ratification by the government of Papua New Guinea.
Source: YAHOO