Nineteen Brazilian cities have joined a landmark compensation deal for victims of the 2015 Mariana dam disaster, bringing the total to 45 out of 49 eligible municipalities. The $46 billion settlement, finalized in October 2024, aims to address environmental devastation and human suffering caused by the collapse — which killed 19, displaced hundreds, and poisoned the Doce River. While some cities initially balked over insufficient payouts and ongoing UK lawsuits against BHP, mayors now hail the agreement as a major victory for justice and recovery. Four cities remain uncommitted, but the door remains open — underscoring that healing from this tragedy is still a long, winding road.
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