August 11
Aug 11
Alexandria Train Collision
On August 11, 2017, tragedy struck near Alexandria, Egypt, as a catastrophic train collision at Khorshid station claimed the lives of 41 people and injured over 179 others. The accident underscored long-standing issues with Egypt’s railway infrastructure, sparking a national outcry and calls for reform.
Aug 11
The 2012 East Azerbaijan Ahar Earthquakes
On August 11, 2012, two powerful earthquakes struck the East Azerbaijan Province in northwestern Iran. The seismic events, occurring within minutes of each other, devastated the region, leaving over 300 dead and thousands injured. This story recounts the unfolding disaster, its impact on the local communities, and the recovery efforts that followed.
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