Horrific accident in Saudi Arabia: bus with pilgrims collided with a fuel tanker.
17.11.2025
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Shostal Oleksandr
17.11.2025
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Tragedy in Saudi Arabia
At least 45 people, according to preliminary data, have died as a result of a horrific accident when a bus carrying pilgrims collided with a diesel tanker in Saudi Arabia.The accident occurred on the road between Mecca and Medina, after which the bus caught fire and the passengers were trapped inside. Most of the victims of this tragedy are likely to be Indian citizens.“It happened early in the morning, and details are still being clarified. We deeply sympathize with the families who have lost their loved ones.”This horrific event highlights the dangers associated with pilgrimage routes. Road accidents, especially involving large vehicles, can have tragic consequences, and this incident once again draws attention to the need to improve road safety in the country. Rescue services continue to work at the scene of the tragedy, and news outlets are calling for improvements to the road infrastructure.
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