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Pakistan military helicopter crashes in Kashmir, all on board killed

Pakistan military helicopter crashes in Kashmir, all on board killed

Summary

A Pakistan army helicopter crashed near Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, killing everyone on board. The military said the helicopter had a technical fault during takeoff and that an investigation is underway.

Key Facts

  • The helicopter was an Mi-17 model used by the Pakistan army.
  • The crash happened near Muzaffarabad, the capital of Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
  • All personnel on board died; no survivors were reported.
  • Rescue and recovery teams reached the crash site immediately.
  • A board of inquiry will investigate the exact technical cause of the crash.
  • Recently, there has been increased security in Muzaffarabad due to planned protests.
  • At least 11 people died in clashes between police and protesters in nearby Rawalakot city.
  • Federal paramilitary forces have been deployed, and strict travel advice has been issued for the region.
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