Smoke billows from the scene of the helicopter crash near Muzaffarabad, Pakistan. Reuters
Smoke billows from the scene of the helicopter crash near Muzaffarabad, Pakistan. Reuters
Smoke billows from the scene of the helicopter crash near Muzaffarabad, Pakistan. Reuters
Smoke billows from the scene of the helicopter crash near Muzaffarabad, Pakistan. Reuters

Pakistani army personnel killed in helicopter crash in Kashmir region

A Pakistani army helicopter has crashed near Muzaffarabad in the Kashmir region, killing everyone on board.

The Mi-17 aircraft crashed during take-off due to a reported technical fault, state television reported.

Rescue teams were sent to the scene, while authorities ordered an inquiry to determine the cause of the crash.

No further details were immediately available regarding the number of personnel on board or the circumstances surrounding the incident.

More to follow …

Updated: June 10, 2026, 11:52 AM