Afghanistan: at least 21 dead and 39 injured in a bus accident

At least 21 people died and 39 were injured this Sunday when a bus collided with a tanker truck loaded with fuel in southwestern Afghanistanofficial sources stated.

The spokesman for the Taliban interim government in the province of Helmand, Hafiz Rashidtold EFE that the accident occurred when a bus loaded with passengers collided with a motorcycle.

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The bus “He then lost control and collided with the truck, which was traveling in the opposite direction, both catching fire.,” said Rashid.

Reckless driving and the poor condition of vehicles and roads are generally common triggers for this type of accident in Afghanistan.

Added to this is the insecurity in the country, which leads many drivers to drive well above the recommended speed to avoid attacks.

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The country’s infrastructure development suffered a serious decline after the arrival of Taliban to power from August 15, 2021.

With the blocking of international reserves, as part of sanctions against the Islamic regime, and development aid funds, the Taliban face serious financial problems in meeting the country’s most basic needs.

Source: Elcomercio

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