At least 22 killed as Pakistani military helicopter crashes in Kashmir
Summary
A Pakistani military helicopter crashed in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, killing at least 22 people on board. The crash happened during take-off due to a technical fault, and the victims were given a military funeral amid heightened security in the region.Key Facts
- The helicopter was a Russian-built Mi-17 transport helicopter.
- The crash occurred near Muzaffarabad, the regional capital of Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
- All 22 people on board, including one colonel, two majors, and 19 soldiers, were killed.
- The military confirmed the crash was caused by a technical fault during take-off.
- A formal military burial was held with flag-draped coffins carried by an artillery unit.
- The crash happened during a time of strict movement restrictions after recent violent clashes in the area.
- Officials said the crash was not related to the local unrest.
- Pakistan has refurbished 22 Mi-17 helicopters with help from the United States.
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