Eight killed, 12 injured in train collision in Egypt

March 14, 2025 / 1:27 AM

First aid being administered to the injured at the hospital

Sharjah 24 – WAM: Eight people were killed and 12 others injured in a collision between a passenger train and a minibus on the Qantara East – Bir El Abd railway line in Egypt’s Ismailia Governorate.

Details of the accident

The accident occurred when the minibus attempted to cross the railway at an unauthorised location on the Galbana – Qantara East road.

Response and ongoing situation

In a statement today, the Ministry of Health confirmed that 13 ambulances were dispatched to the scene, and the injured were transported to Qantara East Central Hospital. Authorities continue to monitor the situation.

Eight killed, 12 injured in train collision in Egypt

Sharjah 24 – WAM: Eight people were killed and 12 others injured in a collision between a passenger train and a minibus on the Qantara East – Bir El Abd railway line in Egypt’s Ismailia Governorate.

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