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One American from downed fighter jet rescued, US official says Reuters
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A U.S. official confirmed that one of the two Americans aboard an F-15 fighter jet downed in Iran has been rescued, though details of the rescue operation remain undisclosed.
A U.S. F-15E fighter jet was downed over Iran, with one crew member rescued and the search for the second crew member ongoing. The incident marks a significant escalation in the conflict, as it is the first known loss of a U.S. aircraft to enemy fire since the war began.
A U.S. F-15E fighter jet was downed over Iran, with one pilot rescued and the search for the second crew member ongoing. The incident marks the first known loss of a U.S. aircraft to enemy fire since the conflict began.
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