A massive truck slammed into a tour bus west of Cairo on Tuesday, tearing the front section off and scattering seats across the Cairo‑Asyut Western Desert Road. Thirteen people lost their lives; 34 were wounded.
A crane hauled the mangled bus from the highway, while debris—steel beams and shattered glass—lined the road. Victims were rushed to a Giza hospital, where doctors are treating injuries.
Road accidents remain a deadly problem in Egypt, with 6,000 fatalities reported last year. The country’s uneven road maintenance and enforcement often blame reckless driving for such tragedies.
Authorities are clearing the highway, and an investigation has been launched to determine the crash’s cause. The inquiry will examine driver fatigue, vehicle condition, and traffic law compliance.