A bus transporting Jordanian pilgrims met with an accident in Saudi Arabia’s Miqwa region on Wednesday morning, resulting in injuries to eleven citizens undertaking the Umrah pilgrimage. The Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates confirmed the incident involved a vehicle carrying thirty-four Jordanian nationals.
Jordanian diplomatic missions have activated comprehensive response protocols following the accident. The Operations and Consular Affairs Directorate, in coordination with Jordan’s Riyadh embassy and Jeddah consulate general, is maintaining continuous oversight of the situation. Officials are working closely with Saudi authorities to ensure optimal medical care and support for the injured pilgrims.
Ambassador Fouad Al-Majali, official spokesperson for the ministry, emphasized the government’s commitment to providing all necessary assistance to affected citizens. “We are coordinating extensively with Saudi authorities to ensure our citizens receive the best possible care,” Al-Majali stated, while expressing official hopes for the pilgrims’ swift and complete recovery.
The incident recalls previous transportation tragedies involving religious pilgrims in the region. In November 2025, a devastating bus crash in Saudi Arabia claimed forty-five lives, predominantly Indian pilgrims. That tragedy included multiple family members among the victims and affected long-term UAE residents undertaking their spiritual journey.
This latest accident highlights ongoing transportation safety concerns for international pilgrims visiting Saudi holy sites. Both Jordanian and Saudi authorities continue to collaborate in addressing immediate medical needs while implementing measures to prevent similar incidents during religious pilgrimages.