Helicopter Crash in Ras Tanura Claims 14 Lives
A helicopter operated by Saudi oil giant Aramco crashed on Sunday in Ras Tanura, located on Saudi Arabia's eastern coast west of the Strait of Hormuz, killing 14 Saudi nationals, the state news agency reported. The cause of the crash remains unknown, and investigations are underway with participation from relevant authorities.
Resumption of Oil Loadings
The crash occurred shortly after Aramco resumed crude oil loadings at its Ras Tanura terminal in the Gulf on Friday, following a nearly four-month halt. Saudi Arabia, the world's largest oil exporter, has been increasing oil and gas output and exports amid an interim deal to halt hostilities between the United States and Iran.
Investigation Underway
“Investigations are under way, with the participation of relevant authorities, to determine the causes of the helicopter crash,” the state news agency stated. No further details were provided regarding the victims or the helicopter's flight path.
