The USS Tripoli, USS New Orleans, USS San Diego and the embarked 31st MEU are reportedly heading to the Middle East in support of Operation Epic Fury.
Khamenei has remained out of view since his selection on Sunday by Iran’s clerical establishment.
“All six crew members aboard a U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft that went down in western Iraq are now confirmed deceased,” CENTCOM announced.
“The incident was not due to hostile fire or friendly fire,” the release said, adding that rescue efforts are ongoing.
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