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Atacama Resources International, Inc. Acquires 100% Interest in Atacama 3 Property Near Macassa Mine; Announces 2026 Exploration Plans
Atacama Resources International, Inc. Acquires 100% Interest in Atacama 3 Property Near Macassa Mine; Announces 2026 Exploration Plans.
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[{"type":"text","content":"\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n Atacama Resources International, Inc. Acquires 100% Interest in Atacama 3 Property Near Macassa Mine; Announces 2026 Exploration Plans\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\n\r\nAtacama Resources International, Inc. Acquires 100% Interest in Atacama 3 Property Near Macassa Mine; Announces 2026 Exploration Plans\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nNewsfile Corp.\r\n\r\n\r\nNewsfile Corp\r\n\r\n\r\nOrlando, Florida--(Newsfile Corp. - February 26, 2026) - Atacama Resources International, Inc. (OTCID: ACRL) (the \"Company\") announces the acquisition of a 100% interest in the Atacama 3 mineral property, located approximately 16 kilometres (10 miles) south of Kirkland Lake, Ontario.\r\nThe 255-hectare (approximately 630-acre) property is situated approximately 2.5 miles from the Macassa Mine operated by Agnico Eagle Mines Limited, which has historically been a significant contributor to gold production in the Kirkland Lake area. The property lies within the same regional structural corridor as the Macassa operation, including the major fault system that trends through the district.\r\nManagement believes the property's location within an established mining district enhances its exploration potential.\r\nProperty Background\r\nAtacama 3 consists of 13 contiguous mining claims with year-round road access in the Abitibi Greenstone Belt of northeastern Ontario. Historical drilling conducted between 2006 and 2007 included 15 drill holes totaling approximately 1,780 metres. Historical reported mineralization was associated with shear structures and quartz veining typical of the broader district.\r\n2026 Exploration Plans\r\nPrevious exploration has identified priority targets, providing a basis for additional evaluation. Drilling permits were previously granted, and management expects any required renewals to be routine, subject to regulatory processes.\r\nSurface stripping and channel sampling have been completed. Drilling targets have been established and will be further refined following completion of additional geophysical work. Planned activities may include:\r\n\r\n Ground geophysical surveys, including induced polarization\r\n Follow-up drilling on previously established targets\r\n Target refinement and phased drilling advancement\r\n \r\nStrategic Focus\r\nThe Company's interest in Atacama 3 is driven by its strategic location within a structurally activ...