Widow of US Airman Killed in Iran-Related Crash Battles VA Over War Status Classification

The family of Major Alex Klinner, who died when a KC-135 crashed while supporting operations against Iran, is fighting for benefits after being told the conflict does not technically qualify as a war under current regulations.

4 Sept, 21:04 — 4 Sept, 21:04

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The IndependentMostly Factual13h ago

US airman’s widow was told Iran conflict ‘is not technically a war’ in battle over benefits

Maj. Alex Klinner, 33, was one of six military members onboard a KC-135 refueling aircraft when it crashed while supporting operations against Iran

By Jack Brook and Konstantin Toropin

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Widow of US Airman Killed in Iran-Related Crash Battles VA Over War Status Classification

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US airman’s widow was told Iran conflict ‘is not technically a war’ in battle over benefits

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