They are so big that it shows the force of the blast was tremendous.

I'm not sure what caused this.

We can't say if there are five, 10 or 50 or 65 who are alive. That's a question, with total respect, that only God can answer.

We haven't reached the place where the explosion occurred. First we have to do all that's necessary to rescue our personnel. Then we can investigate what caused the explosion.

We implore you to understand this effort.

These mines can't operate unless they meet minimum standards.

We would be insensitive if I tell them there's no sign of life. It's a question only God can answer.

The conditions are becoming increasingly adverse. It is grave, and being realistic, we think the situation is difficult.