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New dad among six US heroes killed in Iran mission plane crash
- Six U.S. service members died when a KC-135 refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq during Operation Epic Fury.
- Maj. Alex Klinner of Alabama was one of the victims and had just been promoted to major prior to deployment.
- Klinner had recently moved into a new home and was married with three children when he was killed.
- Libby Klinner, his wife, said her world has been shattered by the loss of her husband.
- Family members started a GoFundMe to assist Klinner's widow and children as they cope with the tragedy.
- The Pentagon had not yet released all identities publicly, with families confirming deaths gradually.
- Officials stated the crash occurred in friendly airspace and was not due to hostile fire.
- Ohio National Guard member Tyler Simmons was also identified as one of the victims.
- The crash prompted tributes from lawmakers and calls to honor service members' sacrifice.
- The incident underscores ongoing risks faced by U.S. service members abroad.
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