Tragic Bus Collision on Syrian Highway Claims 35 Lives

A tragic incident on the Deir al-Zor-to-Damascus road resulted in 35 fatalities and 30 injuries following a collision between two passenger buses. The accident involved one bus carrying Internal Security Forces and another civilian vehicle. Defence Ministry helicopters facilitated the evacuation and transport of victims to a military hospital.

Tragic Bus Collision on Syrian Highway Claims 35 Lives
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A devastating bus collision on the Deir al-Zor-to-Damascus road has left 35 people dead and 30 more injured, according to officials from Syria's health ministry.

The accident occurred on Saturday and involved a bus transporting members of the Internal Security Forces and a civilian passenger bus. The interior ministry confirmed the details through state news agency SANA. Military helicopters played a crucial role in evacuating the injured and recovering the deceased, transporting them from Palmyra airport to Homs military hospital.

Offering his condolences, Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani expressed sympathy to the bereaved families and extended wishes for the injured's speedy recovery.

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