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Tragic bus crash in Afghanistan claims 79 lives

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In a tragic incident in northwestern Afghanistan, at least 79 people have died in a bus crash while returning from Iran.

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  • At least 79 people, including 19 children, died in a bus crash in Herat province.
  • The collision involved a bus, a truck carrying oil barrels, and a motorbike, causing a massive fire. 21s
  • All vehicles involved were completely burnt in the incident. 45s
  • Poor road conditions are cited as a frequent cause of such accidents in Afghanistan. 48s
  • The crash occurred amid mass returns of Afghans from Iran, Pakistan, and Turkey. 54s
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