Seven killed in minibus accident in Diyarbakir, Turkey

On the morning of Saturday, August 15, 2026, a fatal traffic accident occurred on the Lice-Bingol highway in the Diyarbakir province of southeastern Turkey. A minibus carrying family members to an engagement ceremony in Mus overturned after one of its tires burst, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

Local authorities reported that the death toll reached seven, including two children aged four and ten. Initial reports from the governor's office indicated that two victims died at the scene, while five others succumbed to their injuries after being transported to local hospitals. Additionally, nine people remain hospitalized, with one individual reported to be in critical condition. Local institutions have issued messages of condolence regarding the tragedy.