Investigators probing the deadly Air India crash that killed at least 270 people have recovered the cockpit voice recorder (CVR), a crucial step in determining the cause of the accident.

The CVR, along with the flight data recorder (FDR), forms the “black box” of the plane, which is designed to survive crashes and provide vital information for air crash investigations.

The London-bound Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed soon after taking off from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport last week, killing most of the 242 passengers and crew members on board.

The investigation is being led by India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), with assistance from teams from the US and the UK, including the US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).

The recovery of the CVR and FDR is a significant development in the investigation, as these devices capture crucial data and audio from the cockpit, including pilot conversations, alarms, and ambient sounds.

The analysis of these recorders will help experts reconstruct the flight’s final moments and determine the cause of the incident.

A high-level committee set up by the Indian government to examine the reasons behind the crash is expected to hold its first meeting soon.

The committee will submit a preliminary report within three months and propose new standard operating procedures (SOPs) to help prevent similar incidents in the future.

As the investigation continues, families of the victims are still grappling with the trauma and pain of their loss.

The process of identifying the victims has been slow and painstaking, with many bodies badly burned in the crash.

Over 90 victims have been identified through DNA matching, and 47 of the identified bodies have been sent to their families.

The former chief minister of Gujarat, Vijay Rupani, was among the identified victims. His funeral will be held with full state honors in Rajkot city.

The investigation into the Air India crash is ongoing, and officials are working to determine the cause of the accident and prevent similar incidents in the future.

Jamaica will host the Forty-ninth (49th) Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) from July 6-8 in Montego Bay.

The Meeting will be held under the chairmanship of Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness, Prime Minister of Jamaica.

Media partners interested in covering the Meeting are invited to apply for accreditation through the CARICOM registration link: https://register.caricom.org/view.php?id=46900.

The deadline for accreditation is Monday, June 23, 2025.

The Meeting will bring together regional leaders to discuss key issues affecting the Caribbean Community.

The Conference provides a platform for CARICOM Member States to share ideas, collaborate, and make decisions that promote the region’s development and prosperity.

The 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM is expected to strengthen regional cooperation and pave the way for a more prosperous and sustainable future for the Caribbean Community.

Trump Claims U.S. Control Over Iranian Airspace, Says Country’s Supreme Leader Will Not Be Killed “For Now”

President of the United States, Donald Trump, has made bold claims that the U.S. military has taken full control of Iranian airspace, escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran. In a series of posts on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Trump asserted that Iran’s Supreme Leader is a visible target but remains unharmed — “for now.”

Trump’s first post simply read, “unconditional surrender,” hinting at pressure being mounted on Iran’s leadership. He later wrote:

> “We know exactly where the so-called supreme leader is hiding. He is an easy target but is safe there. We are not going to take him out (kill!), at least not for now. But we don’t want missiles shot at civilians or American soldiers. Our patience is wearing thin. Thank you for your attention to this matter.”

He followed up with another declaration:

> “We now have complete and total control of the skies in Iran. Iran had a good sky trackers and defensive equipment, and plenty of it but it does not compare to American made, conceived and manufactured stuff. Nobody does it better than the USA.”

The former president did not provide any evidence to support his statements, nor have any military agencies confirmed a shift in air dominance over Iran. Nonetheless, his posts have sparked serious concern and speculation, especially due to the direct threat implied toward Iran’s highest-ranking official.

Iranian authorities have not issued a formal response, but some affiliated media outlets have accused Trump of engaging in “psychological warfare” and deliberately heightening tensions. Trump’s rhetoric is consistent with his earlier confrontational stance toward Iran during his previous term, which included ordering a drone strike that killed Iranian general Qassem Soleimani in 2020.

Military analysts have warned that such provocative language—especially public threats directed at national leaders—could lead to miscalculation or unintended escalation. Some suggest Trump’s comments may be a political move to project strength amid ongoing conflict in the region and during an election year at home.

While the accuracy of Trump’s claims remains unverified, his words have reintroduced volatility into the already tense U.S.-Iran dynamic and raised alarms across diplomatic and security circles.