Fourteen individuals lost their lives in a tragic helicopter accident in Saudi Arabia, according to the Saudi Ministry of Energy. The incident, which claimed the lives of all those on board, took place at approximately 6am local time. The victims were all Saudi nationals.
No specific details about the cause of the crash have been provided at this time. The helicopter involved in the accident was owned by Aramco, the largest oil company globally, mainly owned by Saudi Arabia.
Meanwhile, in northeastern France, a skydiving plane crashed near Nancy, resulting in the deaths of all 11 individuals on board. The prefect of the Meurthe-et-Moselle region confirmed that the tragic event occurred in Tomblaine around 11am. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported on the ground.
Emergency services swiftly responded to the scene, offering support to the families of the victims. Witness statements are being gathered, and psychological assistance is being provided to those affected. The cause of the crash is currently under investigation.
The mayor of Tomblaine expressed that the plane crashed during takeoff, leaving no explanation for the incident thus far. The crash did not cause any additional harm, occurring near a residential area on a bike path. The victims’ families are being accommodated at a discreet location for privacy and support.