U.S. military refueling plane crashes in Iraq, killing all crew members

A U.S. military refueling plane crashed in Iraq, killing all crew members on board. The U.S. military's Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed the crash and the fatalities.

The exact number of casualties was reported differently, with some sources stating four and others six U.S. service members were killed. The cause of the crash is under investigation.

The incident highlights the continued U.S. military presence and operations in Iraq, even as its primary combat mission against ISIS has concluded.