11 citizens of Afghanistan killed in traffic accident in Iran

Iranian media have reported that 11 citizens of Afghanistan lost their lives in a traffic accident in Sistan and Baluchestan province.

According to reports, the accident occurred when a vehicle carrying Afghan migrants collided with a freight truck.

The Sistan and Baluchestan Red Crescent said the incident happened early Tuesday morning, October 1, on the Saravan-Kouhak road.

The Red Crescent also reported that 14 others were injured in the accident, in addition to the two drivers.

Iranian media stated that the victims of this accident were citizens of Afghanistan who had entered Iran illegally.

The tragic accident underscores the desperate situation of Afghan refugees, many of whom are forced to enter Iran illegally due to dire conditions in Afghanistan. These hazardous journeys often end in disaster, reflecting the dangerous circumstances refugees face.

Amid Afghanistan’s ongoing humanitarian crisis, many refugees are fleeing to neighboring countries like Iran, only to face life-threatening situations. The plight of Afghan refugees is worsened by forced deportations, which send vulnerable individuals back into an unstable and war-torn country.

The international community must take urgent action to address the refugee crisis and ensure the safety and protection of Afghan migrants. Iran and other host countries should focus on providing support and humanitarian aid rather than resorting to deportations that exacerbate the already critical situation in Afghanistan.

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