Second US pilot rescued after Iran downed fighter jet, Trump says
A second US military pilot has been rescued after their F-15E Strike Eagle jet was shot down by Iran. The pilot, who sustained injuries, was rescued in a operation involving dozens of aircraft, according to President Donald Trump.
A US military pilot has been rescued after their jet was shot down by Iran. The F-15E Strike Eagle crashed on Friday, prompting a search-and-rescue operation. The pilot was injured but is expected to recover. This is the second US military aircraft to be downed by Iran in recent days. The conflict between the US and Iran began in late February and has resulted in thousands of deaths. Diplomatic efforts are ongoing, with regional mediators working to broker a ceasefire.
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