A United States warplane has been shot down over Iran, with American forces launching an urgent search-and-rescue operation for the crew, according to multiple international media reports.
The aircraft, identified as an F-15E Strike Eagle, went down during ongoing hostilities, marking the first confirmed loss of a US manned fighter jet inside Iran since the conflict began.
Reports indicate that two crew members were on board at the time of the incident. One has been successfully rescued by US forces, while efforts are still underway to locate the second crew member, whose status remains unknown.
Iranian media earlier aired footage and images believed to show wreckage from the downed aircraft, while US officials confirmed that a large-scale rescue mission involving specialized aircraft and personnel had been deployed.
The incident is seen as a significant escalation in tensions, highlighting the risks facing US forces in the region. Analysts note that the downing of the jet could have broader military and political implications as the conflict continues to unfold.
