At least ten dead and 41 injured after bus overturns in Iran

A bus accident in Iran has resulted in the deaths of at least ten people and left 41 others injured, according to reports.

The incident occurred when a passenger bus traveling from Bushehr to Mashhad overturned, allegedly due to excessive speed.

The bus, which was en route to Mashhad, reportedly lost control and flipped over.

Emergency services swiftly arrived at the scene and transported over 50 passengers to a nearby hospital.

Unfortunately, 10 individuals were confirmed dead upon arrival, with six pronounced dead at the scene and four succumbing to their injuries in the hospital.

Among the injured, 41 passengers were admitted to the hospital, with nine in critical condition requiring intensive care. More than 15 others were treated for less severe injuries and discharged.

The identities of the victims have not yet been fully established, and it remains unclear whether they were local residents or pilgrims. Eyewitnesses suggest that the bus’s excessive speed may have been a major contributing factor to the accident.

This tragic event follows a series of severe bus accidents in Iran in recent weeks, including two incidents last month that resulted in the deaths of over 30 Pakistani pilgrims and injuries to more than 50 others.

Such accidents highlight ongoing concerns about Iran’s traffic safety, especially given the large number of pilgrims traveling to visit sacred sites, including the shrines of Imam Hussein and other prominent figures of the Ahl al-Bayt.

Iran’s roads, often congested with vehicles and lacking in sufficient safety measures, continue to be a significant concern. The frequency of these tragic accidents underscores the urgent need for improved traffic management and safety protocols to prevent further loss of life.

Authorities are investigating the exact cause of the accident, and further details will be provided as the situation develops.