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Trump: Apache Crew Safe After US Helicopter Crash Near Strait of Hormuz

09 June 2026 04:55

A U.S. Army Apache helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz early Tuesday, but both crew members were rescued safely.

President Trump confirmed the pilots are fine and expressed optimism about a potential deal with Iran. The crash occurred amid heightened regional tensions following an exchange of fire between Iran and Israel.

Mediators continue efforts to broker a permanent agreement, but major differences remain. - U.S.

Army Apache helicopter crashes off Oman coast; crew rescued within two hours. - President Trump says pilots are safe and uninjured.

- Trump expresses optimism about signing a deal with Iran in 'two or three days.' - Regional tensions rise after Iran and Israel exchange fire, straining the ceasefire. Mediators led by Pakistan are working to resolve differences, but Iran demands sanctions relief before a final agreement.

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