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Iran Downs Two US Jets
Iranian forces shot down two American military aircraft.
“Iran shooting down two American military aircraft marks an exceedingly rare assault for the US”
The A-10 Warthog pilot was rescued.
One of the two F-15 crew members was rescued; one remained missing.
This was the first confirmed combat loss of US crewed aircraft during the conflict.
Iran Releases Footage, Boasts Victory
Iran broadcast visuals purporting to show the moment they downed the two US jets.
Tehran was quick to boast about the incident as a second successful hit within 24 hours.
Iranian Parliament Speaker mocked Trump's claims of victory.
The capture of missing US personnel could shift the diplomatic calculus.
Rescue Efforts and Damage
US search-and-rescue forces mounted a large operation.
“A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down over Iran, and combat search and rescue efforts are underway”
At least one rescue helicopter was hit but managed to land.
The Pentagon confirmed six US service members killed.
The Council on Foreign Relations called the campaign a major shift to pursuing regime change.