Morning Wire Five US Soldiers Killed & Newsom Cleans Up San Francisco | Afternoon Update | 11.13.23
Nov 13, 2023
A tragic helicopter crash takes the lives of five U.S. soldiers, highlighting the risks faced by military personnel. In parallel, Iceland declares a state of emergency due to earthquakes, while California gears up for a major conference. Attention also turns to an investigation involving a Ukrainian colonel and the Nord Stream pipeline incident. Meanwhile, a significant fire in Los Angeles adds to the day's pressing news.
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Helicopter Crash Kills US Soldiers
- Five U.S. soldiers died in a helicopter crash during a routine air refueling mission over the Mediterranean Sea.
- The soldiers belonged to the 160th Special Operation Aviation Regiment, a unit frequently deployed for insertion and extraction operations.
Tim Scott Suspends Campaign
- Senator Tim Scott suspended his presidential campaign after failing to gain traction in national polls.
- He announced his decision on Fox's "Sunday Night in America."
Iceland Volcano Emergency
- Iceland declared a state of emergency and evacuated Grindavik residents due to imminent volcanic eruption.
- The region experienced over 20,000 tremors near the Fagradalsk-Fjall volcano.