The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported on Thursday that a U.S. Air Force KC-135 refueling tanker crashed in Iraq.
According to the WSJ, rescue operations are currently underway, with search teams combing through the wreckage for the pilots.
This incident marks the first U.S. Air Force casualties since the outbreak of hostilities with Iran.
U.S. Central Command, which oversees American forces in the Middle East, confirmed that while two aircraft were involved in the incident, the second plane landed safely.
The WSJ reported that Central Command emphasized the aircraft loss was due to mechanical issues, ruling out enemy action or friendly fire as potential causes.
