Fatal bus crash in western Iran

At least 12 people were killed and 16 others injured after a bus overturned in western Iran late Saturday, November 14, 2026. The incident occurred on a road between the cities of Abdanan and Dehloran, located near the border with Iraq. The vehicle was transporting employees working at a local natural gas processing facility.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident, which was reported by the state news agency IRNA. Officials have warned that the death toll may increase as some of the 16 injured passengers are currently in critical condition. While specific causes for this crash have yet to be confirmed, the region has been noted for its poor road safety record. Official government statistics indicate that approximately 20,000 people died in traffic accidents across Iran during the twelve-month period ending in March 2026. The investigation into the circumstances of the crash is currently ongoing.