All six crew members aboard a US military KC-135 refuelling aircraft have been confirmed dead after the plane crashed in western Iraq during a combat mission, as military officials investigate the incident amid rising regional tensions
The US-Israeli war on Iran is rippling far beyond the Middle East, shaking alliances in the Gulf, East Asia, and Europe while exposing the limits of American power, straining military resources, and deepening fears over energy security and strategic credibility
The incident, which took place around 4:00 pm local time (1300 GMT) on Wednesday, has been described by authorities as a "terrorist attack." Turkey's Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya confirmed the tragic outcome and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice
A security source, speaking on the condition of anonymity, confirmed the details of the attack, stating that "Daesh terrorists launched an attack," resulting in the tragic loss of four soldiers and their regiment commander
The intensity of the exchange resulted in casualties on both sides, with two policemen and one IS militant losing their lives. Additionally, two militants were apprehended during the operation
Despite being pushed out of the capital by an African Union-led force, Al-Shabab has maintained its militant activities, seeking to overthrow the government and impose its interpretation of Shariah law
The incident follows closely on the heels of two separate assaults late last month, which resulted in the deaths of twelve Turkish soldiers at military bases in northern Iraq
Pakistan: Abdul Rehman Makki, a Pakistan-based terrorist, has been listed as a Global terrorist by the UNSC (United Nations Security Council) on Monday night. Abdul Makki was listed as a global threat under the ISIL (Da'esh) and Al Qaida Sanctions Committee.
All six crew members aboard a US military KC-135 refuelling aircraft have been confirmed dead after the plane crashed in western Iraq during a combat mission, as military officials investigate the incident amid rising regional tensions
The US-Israeli war on Iran is rippling far beyond the Middle East, shaking alliances in the Gulf, East Asia, and Europe while exposing the limits of American power, straining military resources, and deepening fears over energy security and strategic credibility
Mojtaba Khamenei’s continued absence after becoming Iran’s supreme leader has raised questions about who is guiding the country during wartime, as analysts suggest powerful institutions such as the IRGC may hold real decision-making authority behind the scenes
The global energy crisis is intensifying as Middle East conflict disrupts vital oil routes. While energy exporters like Russia gain from rising prices, many economies face higher costs, inflation risks and growing uncertainty over future energy supplies