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U.S. Air Refueling Tanker Crashes in Iraq, Loss Confirmed During 'Magnificent Fury' Operation
U.S. Central Command announced that a U.S. KC-135 aerial refueling tanker crashed in western Iraq, stating it occurred during 'Magnificent Fury,' a military operation against Iran.
U.S. Military Aerial Refueling Tanker Crashes in Western Iraq
On the 12th (local time), a U.S. KC-135 aerial refueling tanker crashed in western Iraq. U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. forces in the Middle East, officially confirmed the loss of the aircraft via X and stated that rescue operations are currently underway.
Occurred During 'Magnificent Fury' Operation Against Iran
The incident reportedly occurred in friendly airspace during the U.S. military's 'Magnificent Fury' operation, a military operation against Iran. U.S. Central Command has not yet disclosed specific details, such as the cause of the accident or whether there were any casualties, beyond the loss of the aerial refueling tanker.
*Source: YouTube: SBS News (2026-03-13)*
