Saudi Prince Dies After Two Decades in Coma
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Prince Al-Waleed bin Khalid Al-Saud, 36, passed away after being in a coma for over two decades following a 2005 car accident. Despite medical advice to remove life support, his father, Prince Khaled bin Talal, kept him alive. The royal family, incredibly wealthy, pursued extensive treatments. His death, announced on X, prompted global condolences. The prince's prolonged coma sparked online discussions about the ethics of long-term life support and the fragility of life.
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