A tragic incident occurred on Tuesday night in Iran’s Yazd province when a bus carrying 51 Pakistani Shiite pilgrims to Iraq crashed, resulting in the death of at least 28 individuals and injuring 23 others. Among the injured, 14 are reported to be in critical condition.
The pilgrims were en route to Iraq to visit Shiite holy sites when the bus veered off the road and crashed. The exact cause of the accident is still under investigation, but initial reports suggest that the driver may have lost control of the vehicle.
Rescue teams and emergency services responded quickly to the scene, transporting the injured to nearby hospitals for treatment. The Iranian government has extended its condolences to the families of the victims and has promised a thorough investigation into the incident.
Pakistani officials have been in contact with the Iranian authorities to provide assistance to the victims and their families. The Pakistani embassy in Tehran is working to ensure that the injured receive proper medical care and that the bodies of the deceased are repatriated to Pakistan.
This tragic accident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety measures and the need for increased vigilance on long-distance journeys. Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those affected by this terrible tragedy.
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