The Japanese navy has located the wreckage of two SH-60K helicopters that crashed in April, killing all eight crew members. The discovery was made by a deep-sea probe, and the navy is assessing the possibility of retrieving the aircraft. An earlier report highlighted potential lapses in lookout practices and altitude control as contributing factors to the collision.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has accused Western sanctions of contributing to the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash. Lukashenko, a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, made the remarks during a joint press conference in Moscow. Raisi died on May 19 when his helicopter caught fire after hitting elevated terrain in northwestern Iran. A preliminary report by Iran’s armed forces found no bullet holes or suspicious communications, suggesting the crash was an accident. However, Lukashenko claims that sanctions prevented proper maintenance of the helicopter, leading to its failure.
The Iranian military revealed on Wednesday that domestically produced drones were instrumental in locating the helicopter of President Ebrahim Raisi after it crashed in mountainous terrain in the country’s northwest. Following the crash on Sunday, a search and rescue operation was launched with assistance from the European Union, Russia, and Turkey. Despite being equipped with night-vision technology, a drone sent by Turkey was unable to pinpoint the crash site. Iranian drones and ground rescue teams ultimately discovered the wreckage early on Monday morning. An investigation has been ordered to determine the cause of the crash, which claimed the lives of President Raisi and seven members of his entourage, including Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.
Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Dr. Hossein Amir-Abdollahian were killed in a helicopter crash on May 19. India’s Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar will visit Iran on May 22 to pay his respects and attend the memorial ceremony. Elections for a new president will be held on June 28, 2024.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian were killed Sunday when a helicopter crashed in the Dizmar forest in Iran’s East Azerbaijan province. Members of the delegation who died include the head of the presidential protocol, bodyguards and the pilot. The international community has expressed condolences, including a moment of silence at the United Nations Security Council, but some human rights advocates have questioned the propriety of such gestures given Raisi’s history of human rights abuses.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi tragically lost his life in a helicopter crash near the Azerbaijan border, sparking widespread speculation about the possibility of an assassination. While Iran’s state media and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian confirmed the incident, many suspect Israel’s involvement due to the countries’ ongoing tensions and Israel’s history of targeting senior Iranian officials. However, Israeli officials deny any involvement. Amidst accusations of assassination and domestic foes raising questions, investigations into the crash continue.
Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi and several other high-ranking officials have tragically died in a helicopter crash in the country’s northwest. The incident, which occurred just hours after takeoff, has sent shockwaves throughout Iran and the international community. The news has also raised concerns about the potential implications for regional stability and global markets.
Iranian President Ayatollah Ebrahim Raisi has died in a helicopter crash, state TV announced on Monday. According to the Iranian constitution, First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber will assume the presidency until a new election can be held. Mokhber is a close ally of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and has previously served as head of Setad, an investment fund linked to the supreme leader.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and several others were tragically killed in a helicopter crash on Monday. The incident occurred during an hours-long search in a foggy, mountainous area in the northwest of Iran, according to state media. Raisi has long been considered a potential successor to Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, along with the country’s foreign minister and several others, were confirmed dead on Monday after their helicopter crashed into a mountainous area in Iran’s northwest, according to state media. Article 131 of Iran’s Constitution dictates that the first vice president assumes temporary presidency in the event of the president’s death during their term, subject to confirmation by the supreme leader. Currently, Mohammad Mokhber holds the position of first vice president. A council comprising the first vice president, the parliament speaker, and the judiciary head must organize a new presidential election within a maximum period of 50 days.
