A devastating bus crash in Iran has resulted in the deaths of over 70 Afghans, many of whom were recently expelled from the country as part of Iran’s mass deportation policy targeting undocumented residents. The incident occurred after the victims were among the 1.8 million Afghans expelled from Iran as part of the country’s effort to deport undocumented residents en masse. The crash, which involved the bus colliding with two other vehicles, has sparked concerns about the challenges and risks faced by displaced individuals during such large-scale deportations.
The Iranian government has been under pressure to address the humanitarian crisis caused by the mass deportations, with critics arguing that the policy has led to dangerous conditions for those being expelled. The bus crash has further intensified calls for a review of the policy, as families and advocacy groups urge for safer measures to be implemented for displaced individuals. The incident has drawn international attention, with human rights organizations condemning the situation and demanding a more humane approach to handling undocumented residents.