Accra:At least 12 people lost their lives and 30 others were injured when a bus collided with a heavy truck on a major highway connecting Egypt's capital to the south. The incident occurred on Tuesday at kilometer 55 of the Cairo-Assiut Western Desert Road.

According to National news agency - Lebanon, the Health Ministry confirmed the casualties and injuries. Ministry spokesperson Hossam Abdel Ghaffar stated that 28 ambulances were dispatched to the scene to assist those affected.

The injured individuals were transported to a hospital for medical evaluation and treatment. Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar instructed nearby hospitals to enhance their emergency preparedness and ensure all necessary medical aid was available for the victims.