KABUL, Afghanistan — The death toll from two traffic accidents on the Kabul-Kandahar highway has risen to 52, with 65 others injured, according to Taliban deputy spokesman Hamdullah Fitrat.
The accidents occurred late Wednesday night, December 18, about 15 kilometers apart on the busy highway in the central province of Ghazni. Both involved passenger buses colliding with gas tankers, sources said.
Independent sources told Amu that the number of fatalities may be higher, with the possibility of more casualties as rescue efforts continue. Women and children are reported to be among the victims, further heightening the tragedy.
These incidents come amid a surge in traffic accidents across the country, raising alarm among citizens. Poor road conditions, reckless driving, and a lack of adherence to traffic regulations have been cited as major contributing factors to such deadly events.
The Kabul-Kandahar highway, a critical route linking the capital with southern provinces, has long been notorious for accidents due to its deteriorating infrastructure and heavy traffic.
