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20 Hajj pilgrims killed in bus accident in Saudi Arabia

 Update: 05:30, 28 March 2023

20 Hajj pilgrims killed in bus accident in Saudi Arabia

A bus ferrying pilgrims to Saudi Arabia burst into flames after a collision on a bridge on Monday, killing 20 people and wounding more than two dozen others.

Another 29 people were injured as the vehicle's brakes failed in the southwestern Asir province bordering Yemen on Monday, according to Al-Ekhbariya TV.
Aired footage showed the charred remains of the bus after the fiery crash.
The crash occurred during the first week of the ongoing Muslim holy month of Ramadan when many people travel to enjoy nightly feasts with family and friends after breaking their fast.

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