At least 18 people, including 10 children, were killed when a cargo truck carrying Afghan refugees from Pakistan overturned in eastern Afghanistan. The accident occurred in the Qarghayi district of Laghman province, with over 30 passengers injured, some critically. The families, returning to Kabul, had been temporarily staying in Kunar province. Emergency services transferred the wounded to Nangarhar province for medical treatment.
Why It Matters
Deadly traffic accidents are common in Afghanistan due to degraded highways, poorly maintained vehicles, and lax traffic regulations. This tragedy highlights the strain on transportation infrastructure as thousands of Afghan refugees return from neighboring countries. The increase in forced expulsions from Pakistan has led to more families traveling in hazardous conditions, resulting in a rise in fatal accidents.
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