Zacatecas Silver Announces 21% Increase in High-Grade Heap-Leach Updated Gold Mineral Resource at the Esperanza Gold Project to 1.15 Moz AuEq from 45.4 Mt at 0.79 g/t – Grades Above Global Heap-Leach Average & Highest Grades at Surface

Zacatecas Silver has increased the Esperanza Gold Project’s Measured & Indicated resource by 21% to 1.15 million AuEq ounces. The updated resource totals 45.4 Mt grading 0.79 g/t AuEq and remains amenable to conventional open-pit heap-leach mining. The highest grades occur near surface, supporting favorable project economics and development potential.

Capitan Silver Receives Key Drill Permit for the Cruz De Plata Project and Commences Drilling on Untested High-Priority Regional Targets

Capitan Silver has received a key permit allowing it to drill beyond the currently defined Jesús María silver trend at its Cruz de Plata project in Durango. The permit opens several previously untested regional targets on newly acquired ground, supporting the company’s view that Cruz de Plata may represent a much larger district-scale silver system than previously recognized.

Maiden Exploration Target Establishes Significant Scale at the Los Lirios Antimony Project

EV Resources has established a maiden exploration target of 1.8–5.0 Mt grading sufficient to contain 70,000–166,000 tonnes of antimony at its Los Lirios Project in Oaxaca. Early drilling confirmed a shallow, laterally extensive carbonate replacement system, and Phase 2 drilling will target higher-grade feeder structures with the goal of delivering a maiden JORC resource later in 2026.

Mercado Minerals Intersects 1.20 Metres of 1120 g/t Silver Equivalent Within 3.50 Metres of 686 g/t Silver Equivalent at El Agua Vein Copalito Project

Mercado Minerals reported additional drill results from its inaugural 3,000-metre diamond drilling program at the Copalito Project in Sinaloa. Highlights included 3.5 m grading 686 g/t silver equivalent, including 1.2 m at 1,120 g/t AgEq, at the El Agua vein. Drilling also expanded the 5 Señores vein, extending mineralization along strike and at depth, with both targets remaining open for further expansion.

Oroco Increases South Zone Certainty at Santo Tomás

Oroco reported additional Phase 2 drill results from the South Zone at its Santo Tomás copper project, with drilling confirming and locally improving upon the 2024 resource model. Highlights included 90 m grading 0.53% CuEq, 48.6 m grading 0.67% CuEq, and several near-surface mineralized intervals that may reduce stripping requirements. The program is aimed at increasing resource confidence ahead of an updated resource estimate and Pre-Feasibility Study.

Goldgroup Commences 24,000 M Diamond Drilling Program at San Francisco Gold Project

Goldgroup has commenced a fully funded 24,000-metre diamond drilling program at its 100%-owned San Francisco Gold Project in Sonora. The US$8 million program aims to update the resource model, optimize mine planning, collect structural data, and support the restart of gold production targeted for late 2026 or early 2027. Drilling is expected to be completed in Q3 2026.

Southern Silver Initiates Infill Drilling on the Puro Corazon Target, Cerro Las Minitas Project, Durango Mexico

Southern Silver has begun an infill drilling program at the Puro Corazón target within its Cerro Las Minitas project in Durango. The program aims to expand and upgrade resources, integrate the recently acquired Puro Corazón claim into the larger project, and support an updated mineral resource estimate and PEA. The work is expected to enhance project economics, mine planning, and development potential.

Silver Storm Receives La Parrilla Surface Drilling Permits

Silver Storm received SEMARNAT permits for 62 drill pads and 27 access roads at its La Parrilla Silver Mine Complex in Durango, valid for four years. The permits support surface drilling at the La Ilusión-Argenis, 14 Marcos, and Rosarios–C340 targets. SEMARNAT also extended the tailings storage facility permit for 10 years, supporting ongoing operations and resource expansion efforts.

Heliostar Set to Expand La Colorada with Strong Drill Results and Key Permits

Heliostar reported strong drill results at the Veta Madre zone of its La Colorada mine, extending high-grade gold mineralization beyond the current reserve pit. The company has received all key permits for the pit expansion, plans to begin waste stripping in Q3 2026, and is evaluating a larger pit that could add approximately 20,000 ounces of gold production.

Regency Silver Corp. Intercepts High Grade Mineralization in Step-Out Drilling at the Dios Padre Project, Sonora, Mexico: 5.06 g/t Gold, 41.85 g/t Silver and 1.10% Copper over 36.35 Metres

Regency Silver reported strong step-out drill results from its wholly owned Dios Padre Project in Sonora. Hole REG-26-35 intersected 36.35 metres grading 5.06 g/t gold, 41.85 g/t silver, and 1.10% copper, confirming high-grade mineralization at depth. The program indicates a large, vertically zoned Au-Cu-Ag system extending approximately 775 metres down plunge, with silver-rich zones near surface transitioning to gold-copper mineralization at depth.

Silverco Mining Intersects 1,712 g/t AgEq over 1.4 metres Adjacent to Near-Term Planned Stopes at Cusi

Silverco Mining reported initial underground drill results from its 30,000-metre 2026 program at the Cusi Mine in Chihuahua, highlighting 1,712 g/t AgEq over 1.4 metres in hole UGCU-26-02 within the Promontorio zone. Results are adjacent to planned first-year mining stopes and support resource expansion, mine-plan optimization, and the planned H2 2026 restart. Other notable intercepts included 303 g/t AgEq over 8.3 metres and 428 g/t AgEq over 1.1 metres.

Sierra Madre and First Majestic Announce Closing of Acquisition of the Del Toro Silver Mine for up to US$60M

Sierra Madre Gold & Silver has completed its acquisition of the Del Toro Silver Mine in Zacatecas from First Majestic. The deal includes US$20 million cash, 10.87 million Sierra Madre shares at closing, plus up to US$30 million in future milestone payments tied to resource growth and mine restart targets. Sierra Madre plans 30,000 metres of drilling and aims to restart production, positioning itself as a potential mid-tier silver producer.

Equinox Gold Publishes 2025 Sustainability Report

Equinox Gold has published its 2025 Sustainability Report, detailing progress on safety, environmental management, community engagement, and corporate governance. The report reflects the company’s continued focus on responsible mining practices as it expands production through major assets such as Greenstone and Valentine while advancing long-term sustainability objectives.

VVC Exploration Corporation Announces Director Resignation

VVC Exploration announced the resignation of director Murray Pezim from its Board, effective June 18, 2026. The company expressed appreciation for his service and did not indicate any operational, financial, or strategic changes resulting from the departure. The announcement appears to be a routine governance update rather than a material corporate event.

Aura Minerals Announces Repurchase Programs

Aura Minerals has authorized a US$200 million share buyback program, reflecting management’s confidence in the company’s cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation. The repurchases will be funded from existing cash and complement Aura’s ongoing dividend strategy, reinforcing its commitment to returning capital to shareholders while continuing to fund growth projects.

Torex Gold Announces Results of Its 2026 Meeting of Shareholders

Torex Gold shareholders approved all resolutions at the 2026 Annual Meeting, marking the leadership transition from retiring CEO Jody Kuzenko to new President and CEO Andrew Snowden. Shareholders also re-elected the board, reappointed KPMG as auditor, approved executive compensation, and overwhelmingly supported a future corporate name change to “Torex Resources Inc.” subject to regulatory approval.

Guanajuato Silver Takes Advantage of Favourable Pricing to Further Accelerate Gold Loan Repayment

Guanajuato Silver repaid an additional 1,580.4 ounces of gold to Ocean Partners, taking advantage of lower gold prices and an early repayment discount. The payment covers one year of scheduled loan obligations, leaving the company debt-free on this facility until May 2027. Management cited strong cash flow, improving mine economics, and rising precious metal prices as enabling further balance-sheet strengthening.

Riverside Resources Appoints Marco Strub as New Director and Announces Results Annual General Shareholders Meeting

Riverside Resources appointed Marco Strub as an Independent Director, adding extensive capital markets, investment, and governance experience to the board. At the company’s Annual General Meeting, shareholders approved all resolutions, including the election of five directors, reappointment of auditors, and renewal of the stock option plan, reflecting strong shareholder support for management.

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Zacatecas Silver Announces 21% Increase in High-Grade Heap-Leach Updated Gold Mineral Resource at the Esperanza Gold Project to 1.15 Moz AuEq from 45.4 Mt at 0.79 g/t – Grades Above Global Heap-Leach Average & Highest Grades at Surface

Zacatecas Silver has increased the Esperanza Gold Project’s Measured & Indicated resource by 21% to 1.15 million AuEq ounces. The updated resource totals 45.4 Mt grading 0.79 g/t AuEq and remains amenable to conventional open-pit heap-leach mining. The highest grades occur near surface, supporting favorable project economics and development potential.

Capitan Silver Receives Key Drill Permit for the Cruz De Plata Project and Commences Drilling on Untested High-Priority Regional Targets

Capitan Silver has received a key permit allowing it to drill beyond the currently defined Jesús María silver trend at its Cruz de Plata project in Durango. The permit opens several previously untested regional targets on newly acquired ground, supporting the company’s view that Cruz de Plata may represent a much larger district-scale silver system than previously recognized.

Maiden Exploration Target Establishes Significant Scale at the Los Lirios Antimony Project

EV Resources has established a maiden exploration target of 1.8–5.0 Mt grading sufficient to contain 70,000–166,000 tonnes of antimony at its Los Lirios Project in Oaxaca. Early drilling confirmed a shallow, laterally extensive carbonate replacement system, and Phase 2 drilling will target higher-grade feeder structures with the goal of delivering a maiden JORC resource later in 2026.

Mercado Minerals Intersects 1.20 Metres of 1120 g/t Silver Equivalent Within 3.50 Metres of 686 g/t Silver Equivalent at El Agua Vein Copalito Project

Mercado Minerals reported additional drill results from its inaugural 3,000-metre diamond drilling program at the Copalito Project in Sinaloa. Highlights included 3.5 m grading 686 g/t silver equivalent, including 1.2 m at 1,120 g/t AgEq, at the El Agua vein. Drilling also expanded the 5 Señores vein, extending mineralization along strike and at depth, with both targets remaining open for further expansion.

Oroco Increases South Zone Certainty at Santo Tomás

Oroco reported additional Phase 2 drill results from the South Zone at its Santo Tomás copper project, with drilling confirming and locally improving upon the 2024 resource model. Highlights included 90 m grading 0.53% CuEq, 48.6 m grading 0.67% CuEq, and several near-surface mineralized intervals that may reduce stripping requirements. The program is aimed at increasing resource confidence ahead of an updated resource estimate and Pre-Feasibility Study.

Goldgroup Commences 24,000 M Diamond Drilling Program at San Francisco Gold Project

Goldgroup has commenced a fully funded 24,000-metre diamond drilling program at its 100%-owned San Francisco Gold Project in Sonora. The US$8 million program aims to update the resource model, optimize mine planning, collect structural data, and support the restart of gold production targeted for late 2026 or early 2027. Drilling is expected to be completed in Q3 2026.

Sierra Madre and First Majestic Announce Closing of Acquisition of the Del Toro Silver Mine for up to US$60M

Sierra Madre Gold & Silver has completed its acquisition of the Del Toro Silver Mine in Zacatecas from First Majestic. The deal includes US$20 million cash, 10.87 million Sierra Madre shares at closing, plus up to US$30 million in future milestone payments tied to resource growth and mine restart targets. Sierra Madre plans 30,000 metres of drilling and aims to restart production, positioning itself as a potential mid-tier silver producer.

Equinox Gold Publishes 2025 Sustainability Report

Equinox Gold has published its 2025 Sustainability Report, detailing progress on safety, environmental management, community engagement, and corporate governance. The report reflects the company’s continued focus on responsible mining practices as it expands production through major assets such as Greenstone and Valentine while advancing long-term sustainability objectives.

VVC Exploration Corporation Announces Director Resignation

VVC Exploration announced the resignation of director Murray Pezim from its Board, effective June 18, 2026. The company expressed appreciation for his service and did not indicate any operational, financial, or strategic changes resulting from the departure. The announcement appears to be a routine governance update rather than a material corporate event.

Aura Minerals Announces Repurchase Programs

Aura Minerals has authorized a US$200 million share buyback program, reflecting management’s confidence in the company’s cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation. The repurchases will be funded from existing cash and complement Aura’s ongoing dividend strategy, reinforcing its commitment to returning capital to shareholders while continuing to fund growth projects.

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