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Saudi Aramco helicopter crash kills 14 nationals, state news agency says

From Kathmandu Post · () English

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  • A helicopter belonging to Saudi Aramco crashed in Ras Tanura, killing 14 Saudi nationals.
  • The cause of the crash is currently unknown, and authorities have launched an investigation.
  • The incident occurred as Aramco resumed crude oil loadings at its Ras Tanura terminal following a four-month halt.

A helicopter operated by Saudi Aramco crashed on Sunday in Ras Tanura, a coastal city on the Arabian Gulf. The incident resulted in the deaths of 14 Saudi nationals. The state news agency reported the crash occurred at 6 a.m. local time.

Authorities have initiated a full investigation to determine the cause of the accident. Saudi Aramco, the world's largest oil exporter, did not immediately respond to requests for comment. The crash happened shortly after the company resumed crude oil loadings at its Ras Tanura terminal on Friday, a process that had been halted for nearly four months.

The Ras Tanura terminal is a key facility for Saudi Arabia's oil exports. The country has recently increased its oil and gas output and exports, aligning with a broader trend among Middle Eastern producers. This surge in production comes ahead of an interim deal aimed at halting the conflict between the United States and Iran.

The relevant authorities have launched a full investigation to determine the cause of the crash.

— state news agencyReporting on the ongoing investigation into the helicopter crash.
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