US military initiates rescue operation after aircraft crash in Iraq

The U.S. has confirmed the crash of a KC-135 refueling aircraft in western Iraq during Operation Epic Fury, with ongoing rescue efforts. The incident, which did not involve hostile or friendly fire, occurred in friendly airspace, and a second aircraft landed safely. This crash adds to the U.S. military’s losses in the ongoing conflict with Iran, which has already resulted in seven U.S. service member deaths and significant public disapproval of the military campaign.

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