US Forces Rescue Second F-15 Airman in Iran; Trump Threatens Power Plant Attacks

U.S. special forces executed a daring rescue mission to recover the second crew member of an F-15 shot down over Iran.

Trump announced the rescue, describing it as one of the most daring operations in U.S. history.

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The rescued airman was wounded but will be just fine.

The operation involved dozens of military aircraft and encountered fierce resistance from Iranian forces.

Iranian military claimed the rescue was completely foiled and that it destroyed several U.S. aircraft.

Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face attacks on energy infrastructure.

He warned that Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran.

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The Strait of Hormuz is a vital conduit for about a fifth of the world's oil and natural gas supply.

Iran's defense ministry responded by labeling Trump the most arrogant and rude person on the planet.

The war's destruction extended beyond Iran as missiles hit the UAE, killing three civilians.

“CAIRO/WASHINGTON: The US rescued an airman missing from one of two warplanes downed in Iran, two US officials said, as President Donald Trump and Israel stepped up pressure on Iran to open the strategic Strait of Hormuz or face attacks on energy facilities”

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The American embassy compound in Abu Dhabi was also struck.

Congress debated responses with calls to end the war.

The rescue raised morale but did little to clarify broader war aims.