A devastating bus accident in Herat province, Afghanistan, resulted in the deaths of at least 71 individuals, including 17 children. The passenger bus, carrying refugees recently deported from Iran, collided with a truck and motorcycle before catching fire. Officials stated the accident was caused by the bus's excessive speed and negligence. This incident occurred shortly after an announcement from Iranian officials about the deportation of 800,000 more Afghans. Traffic accidents are prevalent in Afghanistan, attributed to poor road conditions and lack of regulatory oversight.
At least 71 people, including 17 children, have been killed in western Afghanistan after a passenger bus carrying refugees caught fire after colliding with a truck and motorcycle.
The accident was due to the bus's excessive speed and negligence, according to police in Herat province.
The bus was carrying Afghan returnees recently deported from Iran and was en route to the capital Kabul.
Traffic accidents are common in Afghanistan due to poor roads, dangerous driving, and lack of regulation.
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