A U.S. military aircraft crashed in the eastern Mediterranean during training, resulting in the tragic loss of five service members’ lives.

During a training exercise in the eastern Mediterranean, a U.S. military plane experienced a crash resulting in the tragic loss of five service members’ lives.

An incident transpired while refueling during a training mission.

An American military aircraft engaged in training exercises in the eastern Mediterranean crashed during a routine air refueling mission on the evening of November 10.

The U.S. European Command confirmed that all five crew members lost their lives in the incident.

The crash occurred on Friday evening, and the U.S. European Command reported that search and rescue operations were initiated promptly, involving nearby U.S. military aircraft and ships.