US official says Iranian drone struck US helicopter, crash cause under investigation
A US official cited by Axios reporter tells that a drone strike from Iran hit a US helicopter, causing the crash. Investigators have yet to determine whether the attack was intentional.
A US official told reporters that an Iranian drone struck a US helicopter, leading to the crash, according to an Axios reporter. The investigation has not yet concluded whether the strike was deliberate or accidental.
This incident adds to heightened tensions in the region, which may impact global markets if the situation escalates further. No further details on casualties or the exact location have been released at this time.
Source: First Squawk