At least 46 people were burned to death early Tuesday in a bus accident in Bulgaria.
The bus with North Macedonian plates caught fire after crashing into a roadside barrier on a highway in western Sofia, according to a private NOVA television.
My deepest condolences to the families and friends of those who perished in the tragic bus accident last night in Bulgaria.
I also wish a fast recovery to those injured.
In these terrible times, Europe stands in solidarity with you.— Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderleyen) November 23, 2021
Initial reports indicated 12 children were among those killed, while seven people injured in the accident were taken to a hospital in the capital.
It was reported that the bus departed Istanbul on Monday and entered Bulgaria late that night.
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