Kenya: Military Chief Killed in Helicopter Crash

A helicopter carrying Kenya's military chief, General Francis Ogolla, and nine other senior military officers crashed, resulting in their deaths. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff from Chesegon, where President William Ruto had been visiting a school. Two survivors were reported. The crash took place in the western part of the country, and it was the fifth military helicopter crash in Kenya within the past 12 months, according to Kenyan media reports. President Ruto confirmed the deaths and expressed condolences for the loss of these distinguished individuals who had served their country.