Saudi Aramco Helicopter Crashes Killing 14
A helicopter owned by Saudi Aramco crashed early Sunday in Saudi Arabia. It came down near the Ras Tanura oil facility on the eastern coast.
All 14 people killed were Saudi nationals. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.
Aramco is Saudi Arabia's state oil company. Ras Tanura is a key hub for oil exports.
Klear Note — Saudi Aramco is Saudi Arabia's biggest company and major oil producer. Ras Tanura is one of world's largest oil export terminals.
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- Saudi Aramco Saudi Arabia's government-owned oil company, one of the world's largest
- Ras Tanura Major oil export port on Saudi Arabia's eastern coast