Nine Indian nationals died in a road accident near Jizan, Saudi Arabia. The Indian consulate in Jeddah confirmed the fatalities and assured full support to the victims' families. External affairs minister S Jaishankar expressed his condolences and confirmed communication with the consulate. A helpline has been established for further queries and assistance.
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