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YEREVAN, AUGUST 14, ARMENPRESS. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has extended condolences to the families of the victims of the minibus-truck collision that killed 11 passengers. 

“I am shocked by the news of the tragic car crash in Shirak Province. Road safety is among the priorities of the government’s agenda. In conditions of a constantly growing number of cars, in 2022 the number of deaths in traffic accidents had dropped compared to 2021. According to preliminary information, both vehicles involved in the crash in Shirak Province had technical inspection [license] and [insurance] contracts, and the drivers had relevant driving permits. The investigation will give the answers to the remaining questions. Additional steps are being taken and will be taken to increase the level of road safety, and the steps can be maximally effective through more consistent introduction and supervision of working, technical and road standards. My condolences to all the relatives of all the victims of all car accidents,” Pashinyan said in a statement on Facebook.