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Yemen's Houthis claim responsibility for downed AH-6i helicopter in Saudi Arabia
Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 07:03 AM
A reconnaissance helicopter, an AH-6i, crashed in the Najran province region of Saudi Arabia. The incident was confirmed by the country's Ministry of Defense, which cited technical malfunction. Both crew members were killed. The Houthis claim responsibility for shooting down the helicopter.
While the Ministry of Defense attributes the crash to technical issues, the Houthis have claimed responsibility for downing the AH-6i helicopter. Both crew members were killed in the incident.
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Reported by @tassovkaru on Telegram.
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