Air force plane crash kills 6 in Mexico's Veracruz state
Mexico City, Feb 22: Six members of Mexico's military were killed when the plane they were in crashed in the south eastern state of Veracruz.
A statement from Mexico's Secretary of Defence on Sunday said the accident took place in the morning when the air force's Learjet 45 was taking off from the airport in the city of Xalapa.
The statement did not say what caused the crashed or how many people were on board the plane. But it said that six members of the military were killed and an investigation was underway.
Local media reported that the plane left the runway and burst into flames.
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UAE issues multiple emergency alert to residents, visitors on phone warning of missile threat
Dubai/Abu Dhabi: Residents and visitors across the United Arab Emirates received multiple emergency alerts on their mobile phones in the early hours of Sunday, warning of a potential missile threat amid rising tensions in the region.
The alert, issued by the Ministry of Interior (MOI), advised people to immediately seek shelter in the nearest secure building and stay away from windows, doors and open areas.
The message read: “Due to current situation, a potential missile threats, Seek immediate shelter in the closest secure building, and to steer away from windows, doors, and open areas. Await for further instructions. (MOI)”
The alert appeared in both Arabic and English and was circulated widely through the country’s emergency notification system.
The advisory comes as several Gulf countries remain on high alert following recent military developments in the region. Authorities have urged the public to remain calm and follow official instructions until further updates are issued.
