A Saudi National Guard reconnaissance helicopter crashed in the Najran region, killing its two-man crew, according to a spokesman for the Saudi-led coalition. The incident occurred on Sunday, with the aircraft belonging to the Ministry of National Guard. The crash was attributed to a technical malfunction, as stated by Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki, the official spokesman for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen.
The crash took place within Saudi territory, near the King. The helicopter, an AH-6i model, was conducting a reconnaissance mission. No details were immediately released about the cause of the malfunction or the exact location of the crash. The Saudi-led coalition confirmed the incident, emphasizing the technical nature of the failure.
The event occurred amid ongoing tensions in the region, with the Saudi-led coalition engaged in military operations in Yemen. Recent reports indicate increased attacks by Houthi rebels targeting Saudi infrastructure, including energy facilities and airports. These attacks have prompted international responses, with Egypt considering military support for Saudi Arabia. The crash highlights the risks faced by military personnel operating in the volatile conflict zone.
