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The hopes of restoring peace in West Asia have once again suffered a major setback. Despite the ongoing ceasefire agreements in the area, the situation seems to be completely out of control. The US Army’s most reliable and deadly ‘AH-64 Apache helicopter’ patrolling the strategically and commercially important Strait of Hormuz has been targeted and shot down by Iranian forces. There is a lot of anger in the American camp after this incident and President Donald Trump has issued a very strong statement on this and has clearly announced retaliatory military action.
Apache helicopter crash and safety of pilots
This advanced gunship helicopter, known as ‘Flying Tank’ in the US Army, was targeted on Monday night when it was on a routine patrol in the area. Amidst the fire of missiles and air strikes, this dangerous plane suddenly lost control and fell on the ground.
It is a matter of relief that the US Central Command (CENTCOM) gave official confirmation on Tuesday that after the helicopter crashed, both the pilot and crew members were rescued safely in time. At present, the condition of both the brave pilots is said to be completely stable and safe.
Key Highlights of the incident
President Donald Trump’s big statement and warning
After this huge military loss, US President Donald Trump has erupted in anger. While sharing the post on social media and while talking to the media, he made it clear that America cannot ignore this audacity at any cost.
Trump said that attacking our regular patrol during a critical period when ceasefire was in force to reduce tension in the region is a big and unforgivable mistake of Iran. He warned in clear words that the United States will not tolerate this attack silently and is responding to it in a very strong, powerful and forceful manner.
The fire of unresolved war continues for 100 days
If we look at it, more than 100 days have passed since the fierce war going on between America, Israel and Iran. So far no side has gained any clear advantage in this battle, but there has been huge loss of life and property on both sides. At the beginning of the war, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in joint attacks by America and Israel, after which the conflict became completely violent and uncontrollable.
In the last few months, many modern fighter jets and military equipment of the US Army have also been damaged in this war. Now this latest incident of the fall of the Apache helicopter has completely ruined the efforts for peace agreements and West Asia is once again standing on the brink of a major war.