At least 12 killed as bus carrying zaireen from Iran falls into a gorge in Makran

A bus carrying Iranian pilgrims crashed on the Makran Coastal Highway in Lasbela, Balochistan, killing 12 people and injuring at least 30.

According to police, the accident occurred near Buzi Top on the highway.

The bus, carrying pilgrims returning from Iran, is believed to have veered off the road and plunged into a ravine due to brake failure caused by excessive speed.

Police confirmed that the bus was traveling from Iran to Punjab. The injured and deceased have been transported to nearby hospitals.

Police officials stated that the pilgrims were from Lahore and Gujranwala in Punjab. Rescue operations are underway, involving police, Levies, and other agencies.

Initial reports said that the incident occurred due to brake failure.

A resuce operation is underway to provide medical assistance to the victims of the accident.

This incident comes just days after another bus carrying Pakistani pilgrims crashed in Iran, killing 28 and injuring 15.