U.S. helicopter crashes near Strait of Hormuz; crew rescued

A U.S. military helicopter went down near the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The incident occurred during routine operations in the waterway. All crew members were rescued by nearby vessels. No injuries were reported among the rescued personnel. The crash prompted a brief shutdown of nearby air traffic. Military officials are investigating the cause of the mishap. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical chokepoint for global shipping. The rescue underscores the region’s ongoing security and operational challenges.