In a report from Iraq today, two British helicopters have crashed in an apparent mid-air collision, killing two military personnel and seriously injuring another.

British Defense Secretary Des Browne said initial reports suggested the crash north of Baghdad was an accident and not caused by an insurgent attack.

The Puma helicopters came down in the early hours in a rural area near Taji, site of a large US base.

The BBC understands they were taking part in a special forces mission.

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