Several Gulf and Arab countries offer condolences to Saudi Arabia over the victims of helicopter crash

A number of Arab and Gulf countries have extended condolences to Saudi Arabia following the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of 14 Saudi citizens in Ras Tanura, Eastern Province. The incident has prompted expressions of solidarity from regional leaders.

King Abdullah of Jordan conveyed his condolences to Saudi King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, praying for mercy for the deceased and patience for their families. Jordan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson affirmed the country's full solidarity with the Kingdom.

Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa also sent cables of condolence. The United Arab Emirates' Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its sympathy to the families of the victims and to the Kingdom and its people.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Oman and the Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Albudaiwi, offered heartfelt condolences and affirmed the GCC's solidarity with Saudi Arabia. The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs similarly conveyed its sincere sympathy to the Saudi leadership, government, and people.