In a tragic incident on Saturday, a truck carrying Afghan refugees returning from Pakistan overturned in Laghman province, killing at least 22 people and injuring approximately 36 others, primarily women and children. The accident occurred on a major highway connecting Kabul with Nangarhar province, as confirmed by Abdul Malik Niazai, the provincial governor's spokesperson. Among the deceased were 10 children and 5 women. The injured were transported to hospitals in Nangarhar. The accident was attributed to the driver falling asleep, leading the truck to plunge into a ditch. This incident reflects the larger context of thousands of Afghans returning home following Pakistan's crackdown on migrants in 2023, which has resulted in many deportations. Additionally, a separate accident in Nuristan province left four passengers missing after a vehicle fell into a river. Traffic accidents are a common occurrence in Afghanistan, often due to poorly maintained roads and frequent violations of traffic regulations.