Tehran, Iran – US sources reported that U.S forces rescued a crew member from a U.S fighter jet shot down in southwestern Iran.
This incident marks the first loss of a U.S aircraft inside Iranian territory since the start of the current conflict.
Details of the plane downing
CBS News, citing U.S officials, reported that the aircraft was an F-15E and was shot down by Iranian air defenses.
An Israeli military officer indicated that a rescue operation was underway.
Meanwhile, social media showed US drones, fighter jets, and helicopters flying over the mountainous area where the incident occurred.
The rescue operation and White House coordination
White House spokeswoman Carolyn Leavitt confirmed that President Donald Trump had been briefed on the incident.
Meanwhile, US forces are continuing their efforts to secure the remaining crew members and ensure their safety, without disclosing further details.
Escalation in regional conflict
The incident comes amid a five-week-long military escalation in the region.
In this context, the loss of the aircraft marks the first time a US fighter jet has been shot down by hostile fire inside Iran.
This development further heightens tensions between Washington and Tehran.
It also reflects the growing risks to U.S military aircraft operating near the Iranian border.
Allies and the international community continue to monitor the situation closely.
