Pakistan-based anti-India propaganda accounts are circulating false claims that at least nine Indian nationals were killed by unidentified armed men in Saudi Arabia. These allegations are entirely unfounded and fabricated. In reality, official sources confirm that the nine Indian nationals tragically died in a road accident near Jizan, Saudi Arabia. The Indian Consulate in Jeddah has confirmed the incident and is providing full assistance to the families of the victims.
Making a post on X (Formerly Twitter), a Pakistan-based propaganda account @SAnPerspective wrote, “BREAKING: At least 09 Indian nationals have been killed by unknown armed men in Saudi Arab.” Later, he deleted the post.
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As soon as the posts containing the claims made by propagandists came to our notice. Subsequently, we conducted research and analysis of the claims. We found that these individuals lost their lives in a road accident, not a targeted attack.
To verify the claims made by propagandists. We performed relevant keyword searches and found official statements regarding the incident. India consulate in Jeddah said, “We deeply mourn the tragic loss of 9 Indian nationals in a road accident, near Jizan, in the Western Region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Our heartfelt condolences to the families affected. The Consulate General of India in Jeddah is providing full support and is in touch with the authorities and families. We also wish a speedy recovery to the injured. A dedicated helpline has been set up for further queries. “
We deeply mourn the tragic loss of 9 Indian nationals in a road accident, near Jizan, in the Western Region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Our heartfelt condolences to the families affected. The Consulate General of India in Jeddah is providing full support and is in touch with…
— India in Jeddah (@CGIJeddah) January 29, 2025
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar also expressed deep sorrow over a fatal road accident near Jizan, Saudi Arabia. He stated, “Grieved to learn of this accident and the loss of lives. Spoke with our Consul General in Jeddah, who is in touch with the concerned families. He is extending fullest support in this tragic situation.
Grieved to learn of this accident and the loss of lives. Spoke with our Consul General in Jeddah, who is in touch with the concerned families. He is extending fullest support in this tragic situation. https://t.co/MHmntScjOT
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) January 29, 2025
Therefore, it is evident from verified sources that 9 Indians tragically lost their lives in a road accident in Saudi Arabia, not targeted killing.
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— D-Intent Data (@dintentdata) January 30, 2025
ANALYSIS: Misleading
FACT: Pakistan-based anti-India propaganda accounts are spreading false claims that at least nine Indian nationals were killed by unidentified armed men in Saudi Arabia. These assertions are completely baseless and fabricated. (1/3) pic.twitter.com/hhLWZSzsZn
Intent
Propagandists are circulating misleading claims about the unfortunate and tragic accident involving Indians in Saudi Arabia to set their narrative to influence the relations between the two countries.
Conclusion
Claim– At least 09 Indian nationals have been killed by unknown armed men in Saudi Arabia.
Fact – 9 Indian nationals tragically lost their lives in a road accident near Jizan, nothing to do with targeted killing.
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