Search for missing airman presents serious test for US
The stakes could rise further if the weapons system officer of the downed F15 Eagle plane is captured by Iran.
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Notable Quotes
"Iran couldn't 'do a thing' about American aircraft operating over its territory."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"The US had achieved 'air superiority' over Iran."
— Pete Hegseth , Executive
"It was far past time we bring troops home."
— Nancy Mace , Politician
"Urged Iran to treat any captured airman in line with international law."
— Tim Kaine , Politician
"Iran couldn't 'do a thing' about American aircraft operating over its territory."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"It was far past time we bring troops home."
— Nancy Mace , Politician
"Urged Iran to treat any captured airman in line with international law."
— Tim Kaine , Politician
"Remember when I gave Iran ten days to MAKE A DEAL or OPEN UP THE HORMUZ STRAIT. Time is running out — 48 hours before all Hell will reign down on them."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"We will continue to crush them."
— Benjamin Netanyahu , Politician
"The doors of hell will be opened to you if Iran’s infrastructure is attacked."
— Ali Abdollahi Aliabadi , Other
"We’re going to finish the job, and we’re going to finish it very fast."
— Donald Trump , Politician
Key People
Abbas Araghchi is the Foreign Minister of Iran.
Ali Abdollahi Aliabadi is a general with Iran's joint military command.
Barack Obama is the 44th President of the United States.
Benjamin Netanyahu is the prime minister of Israel.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Representative from South Carolina calling the allegations against Gonzales disturbing.
Pete Hegseth is the United States Secretary of Defense.
Tahir Andrabi is a spokesman for Pakistan's Foreign Ministry.
Tim Kaine is a U.S. Senator from Virginia.
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All Coverage
The stakes could rise further if the weapons system officer of the downed F15 Eagle plane is captured by Iran.
The downing of an F-15 Eagle aircraft over Iran has led to the disappearance of one crew member, raising significant concerns for the U.S. military and diplomatic relations.
U.S. forces are engaged in a search-and-rescue operation for a missing F-15 crew member in Iran after the aircraft was shot down during combat operations.
The search for a missing U.S. airman in Iran continues amid escalating tensions, with President Trump reiterating threats over the Strait of Hormuz.
The U.S. military is intensifying efforts to locate a missing F-15 airman in Iran, as Tehran urges its citizens to assist in capturing the 'enemy pilot'.
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