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40 die as Pakistan bus plunges into ravine

July 3, 2026

Summary

An overcrowded bus in Pakistan plunged from a highway into a rocky ravine, killing at least 40 people and injuring eight others. Authorities believe the bus was speeding when it crashed in the Dana Sar mountain range.

How coverage differs

  • Left: Deadly bus crash in Pakistan highlights dangers of speeding, overcrowding Left-leaning outlets report on the tragic bus crash in Pakistan, emphasizing the high death toll of at least 40 people and the suspected causes like speeding and overcrowding. They highlight the immediate aftermath and the officials' statements regarding the accident in the Dana Sar mountain range.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • 40 killed when speeding, overcrowded bus tumbles into Pakistan ravine, officials say
  • Pakistan: Bus crashes into ravine, killing at least 40

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