Aircraft

• US は 4月24日、数千人の精鋭部隊を伴う 3つ目の aircraft carrier strike group を Middle East に展開した。これは 2003年の Iraq 侵攻以来で最大規模の military buildup であり、停戦合意にもかかわらず 2ヶ月に及ぶ Iran 紛争がエスカレートする中で実施された。 • President Trump は、和平工作が失敗すれば American 軍は「ready to go」の状態にあると警告した。また、Washington と Tehran が互いに違反を非難し合う中、US は 4月8日の停戦を軍事能力の「restock」のために利用したと述べた。 • 2月28日に開始された US の bombing campaign は Iran の軍事インフラと leadership に壊滅的な打撃を与えたが、Tehran は世界の石油・ガス供給の重要なルートである Strait of Hormuz の支配を維持しており、これが 4月13日に課された US の naval blockade を引き起こした。

• Iranian military officials have alleged that an American C-130 aircraft was struck by Iranian forces during a claimed US infiltration attempt in southern Isfahan, though the claim remains unverified. • Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia reiterated Tehran's "no survivors" doctrine against any foreign troops entering Iranian territory, signaling extreme hostility toward potential ground operations. • Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has indicated conditional support for Iran, raising the possibility of external involvement if a ground conflict escalates and widening regional security implications.

Suspect in 40s arrested after man apparently climbed on to USAF C130 Hercules transport plane on remote taxiway in County ClareA man has been arrested after entering an unauthorised area of an airport in the Republic of Ireland and allegedly causing damage to a US military aircraft, police have said.The suspect, aged in his 40s, was arrested for alleged criminal damage and remains in custody over the incident on Saturday at Shannon airport in County Clare. Continue reading...

In a patch of desert in Isfahan province, personnel clear the site where just hours earlier two C-130 planes and two helicopters were destroyedMiddle East crisis – live updatesThe small farming community of Parzan near the city of Shahreza in Iran’s Isfahan province had been largely spared from the US-Israeli war now in its second month – until several US aircraft landed on a dirt airstrip near their village.The site of the destroyed aircraft in Isfahan province Continue reading...

Footage shows US president saying UK ‘should be our best’ ally and accusing PM of prevarication over sending ships • Middle East crisis – live updatesFootage has emerged of Donald Trump mocking Keir Starmer by claiming the prime minister said he would have to consult with his team before deciding whether to send UK aircraft carriers to the Middle East.In a new low for UK-US relations, Trump appeared to impersonate Starmer during an Easter lunch speech at the White House. Continue reading...

Starmer tells MPs he will not react to US president’s repeated insults amid Iran warMiddle East crisis – live updatesUK politics live – latest updatesDonald Trump has dismissed British warships as “toys” in his latest jibe at Nato countries for their lack of involvement in the joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran. Speaking at the White House on Thursday, he claimed he had told the UK: “Don’t bother, we don’t need it.”Trump has previously alleged that he requested two aircraft carriers from the UK that Keir Starmer had initially rejected and then offered to send. Number 10 has denied that a request was made or denied. Continue reading...

US Central Command says crash followed unspecified incident, and second refueling tanker landed safely in IsraelThe names of two of the six US service members who died when the military refueling aircraft they were aboard crashed over Iraq last week were made public Saturday, revealing a father who had recently been promoted and a beloved son.The Ohio air national guard said that three of the service members came from its 121st air refueling wing in Columbus, while a family from Birmingham, Alabama, confirmed that pilot Alex Klinner was killed in the crash. Continue reading...

A U.S. military aircraft crashed in western Iraq on March 14, 2026, killing its entire crew of six, as disclosed by U.S. Central Command, bringing total confirmed American deaths in Iran operations to 13. The incident follows a prior refueling plane crash that killed four, heightening scrutiny on operational safety during escalated regional tensions. Pentagon officials cite mechanical failure pending investigation, while congressional calls grow for briefings on mission risks. Families demand transparency as recruitment challenges intensify.

A U.S. military aircraft crashed in western Iraq on March 14, 2026, killing all six crew members, as disclosed by U.S. Central Command via social media amid ongoing operations. This incident raises the confirmed U.S. death toll to 13 in the military campaign against Iran. The crash underscores operational risks in heightened regional tensions, impacting troop morale and public support. Investigations into causes and potential policy adjustments are expected soon.

A US refueling aircraft supporting bombing operations against Iran crashed in western Iraq on Thursday, killing at least four service members with rescue efforts ongoing for two others. The Pentagon confirmed the incident as the US-Israel coalition intensifies airstrikes amid Iran's escalation. Iran's new Supreme Leader Moshtab Kamani ordered continued blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, following attacks on at least six oil tankers and facilities. President stated the situation with Iran is 'moving along very rapidly' with 'unsurpassed' military success.

A US refueling aircraft supporting bombing missions against Iran crashed in western Iraq on Thursday, killing at least four service members with rescue efforts ongoing for two others. The Pentagon confirmed the incident as tensions escalate with Iran's new Supreme Leader Moshtab Kamani ordering continued blockades of the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices surged above $100 per barrel after Iranian attacks on at least six oil tankers and facilities in Iraqi waters and Bahrain. President Trump claimed the US is winning rapidly, praising unmatched military strength, while experts warn of prolonged attrition impacting the global economy.