Sixteen dead and dozens injured in Sinai bus collision
A bus accident on the road linking Dahab and Nuweiba in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula killed 16 people and wounded 28, according to the health ministry.
The crash occurred on the coastal route between the tourist towns of Dahab and Nuweiba on South Sinai’s eastern shoreline. Twenty ambulances were dispatched to the scene, and the injured are receiving treatment, though officials have not disclosed the cause. The region, famed for its marine life and hiking trails, is a popular destination for visitors. Road fatalities are a persistent problem in Egypt, often linked to reckless driving and poor vehicle upkeep. National statistics show nearly 6,000 road deaths in 2025.
Why it matters
The crash underscores persistent road safety issues in Egypt, affecting tourists and locals alike.
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