A devastating bus collision in Syria has resulted in the deaths of at least 35 individuals, with 30 more injured. The incident occurred on the Deir Az Zor–Damascus highway, a vital route that connects eastern Syria to the capital. This highway is notorious for its poor safety standards, a reflection of the broader deterioration of civilian infrastructure in the country following years of civil war.
One of the buses involved was transporting members of the Internal Security Forces, while the other was carrying civilians. The Syrian Ministry of Interior has reported that ambulances and helicopters were dispatched to the scene to assist the injured, who were taken to Homs Military Hospital for treatment.
This tragic event underscores the alarming frequency of road traffic accidents in Syria, which have become a leading cause of death. In just the first nine months of the previous year, over 2,000 such accidents were recorded, highlighting a critical public safety issue that has emerged in the wake of ongoing conflict.
As the country continues to grapple with the aftermath of war, the lack of investment in infrastructure and road safety measures poses significant risks to civilians. The implications of this incident may prompt calls for urgent reforms to improve safety standards and protect lives on Syria’s roads.
Source: Al Jazeera
