Egypt has expressed its sincere condolences and deepest sympathies to the government and people of Bulgaria following a traffic collision on the highway linking the capital, Sofia, with the coastal city of Burgas, which resulted in several casualties and injuries.
In a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry on Wednesday, Egypt affirmed its solidarity with Bulgaria during this difficult time, extending heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives and wishing a speedy recovery to all those injured.
According to the Bulgarian News Agency BTA, two major pile-ups occurred on both sides of the motorway, involving dozens of vehicles.
Initial reports indicated that dense fog, which significantly reduced visibility, and wet road conditions were among the likely contributing factors.
Bulgarian authorities subsequently reported that 11 people had been killed and 51 injured people admitted to hospitals, with 13 of the injured in serious condition.
