US military refueling plane goes down in Iraq and rescue is underway - AP News

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March 12, 2026
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A US military refueling plane crashed in Iraq, prompting a rescue operation.

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A US military refueling aircraft crashed in Iraq with rescue operations currently underway. No additional details about the location, casualties, or cause of the crash were immediately available.

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A rescue operation is currently underway for the downed US military plane.

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