An earthquake in Tibet leaves at least 16 dead and 65 injured

A magnitude 7 earthquake struck northern Tibet, resulting in at least 16 fatalities and 65 injuries, with 11 critically hurt. The quake caused the collapse of 339 houses, displacing around 12,500 people. The epicenter was located at a high altitude of 4,800 meters, limiting the impact due to the sparsely populated area. Rescue operations are ongoing, supported by police and emergency teams. Eyewitness accounts describe panic as residents fled their homes amid falling objects. The earthquake is the strongest in China in nearly three years, prompting President Xi Jinping to mobilize military resources for relief efforts.