Trapped Antarctic scientists beg for rescue after ‘assaults from team member’

South African scientists at the remote Sanae IV research centre in Antarctica have requested rescue, alleging assault and death threats from a team member.
The isolated base, 2,500 miles from South Africa, experiences extreme winter conditions, increasing the tension among the small team.
One researcher's email detailed a physical assault and death threat against a colleague, along with an accusation of sexual assault against another.
South Africa's environment minister acknowledged the "verbal altercation" and subsequent physical assault, attributing the situation to the stressful, confined environment.
The minister plans to communicate directly with the team to assess the situation and determine the necessary actions.