Three Jordanian children tragically died in a car crash in Saudi Arabia while returning home from Qatar with their parents, who sustained moderate injuries. Jordan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs is coordinating with Saudi authorities to repatriate the children’s bodies and ensure the parents receive medical care and support.
Parents injured as family drives home; Jordanian authorities working to bring children’s bodies back to Jordan
In a heartbreaking tragedy, three Jordanian children lost their lives in a car accident in Saudi Arabia while their family was driving back home to Jordan from Qatar. The incident happened on Wednesday, and both parents sustained moderate injuries and are now being treated in hospital, according to an official statement from the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates.
The ministry confirmed that the accident occurred during the family's road journey, though specific details of how the crash happened were not shared. Immediately after the incident, the Directorate of Operations and Consular Affairs began coordinating with the Jordanian Embassy in Riyadh and with Saudi authorities to help the family in every possible way.
In its statement, the ministry said it is working to arrange the repatriation of the children’s bodies to Jordan so the family can hold funeral prayers and lay them to rest. The ministry also assured that it is providing all needed assistance to the injured parents to make sure they receive proper medical care.
Ongoing Support and Condolences
Dr. Sufyan Al Qudah, who is the official spokesperson for the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, expressed deep sadness over the tragic loss. He offered heartfelt condolences to the grieving family on behalf of the ministry and the Jordanian government.
Dr. Al Qudah confirmed that both parents, who were travelling with their children, suffered moderate injuries in the crash and are now receiving medical treatment in a Saudi hospital. He explained that the ministry, through the Jordanian Embassy in Riyadh, has been in close and constant contact with Saudi authorities since the accident happened. Their main goal is to make sure the children’s bodies are transferred to Jordan as soon as possible and to support the parents through this very difficult time.
Community Shock and Sympathy
News of the accident has deeply shocked many in Jordan, especially because the family was returning from Qatar, likely after visiting relatives or spending a vacation. Social media users shared messages of sympathy and prayers for the young victims and their family. Many Jordanians also praised the ministry for its quick response and efforts to help the family.
The tragic accident comes as a painful reminder of the dangers of long road journeys, especially during the summer months when many families travel between Gulf countries and Jordan by car.
Authorities Step In
The Directorate of Operations and Consular Affairs, which handles emergencies involving Jordanian citizens abroad, took immediate action once the accident was reported. Working closely with Saudi authorities and the Jordanian Embassy in Riyadh, officials focused on three main priorities: providing medical care for the parents, organizing the return of the children's bodies to Jordan, and keeping the family updated on every step.
Such cooperation between the embassy and local authorities is part of the ministry’s standard procedure in dealing with tragic incidents involving Jordanians abroad. The goal is always to reduce the burden on the affected family during their time of grief.
Final Arrangements
According to the ministry, arrangements to repatriate the children’s remains are progressing, and the parents are expected to continue receiving medical treatment until they are fit to travel. The embassy is also supporting the family with paperwork and other requirements to speed up the process.
Dr. Al Qudah assured the public that the ministry will stay in touch with the family until all necessary procedures are complete and the parents and their children's bodies are safely back in Jordan.
The accident serves as a tragic reminder of how quickly lives can change and highlights the importance of road safety, especially during long journeys across borders. As the family prepares to say goodbye to their children, an entire nation mourns alongside them and prays for the parents’ recovery.
