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2 U.S. aircraft shot down over Iran as strikes on infrastructure expand across Mideast

2 U.S. aircraft shot down over Iran as strikes on infrastructure expand across Mideast

Summary

Two U.S. combat aircraft were shot down over Iran. One crewmember from the first aircraft was rescued, while the second is missing or information about them is not available. A Blackhawk helicopter was also attacked but made it back safely.

Key Facts

  • Two American combat aircraft were shot down over Iran.
  • The incidents are related to ongoing conflict for the past five weeks.
  • One of the shooting incidents involved an F-15E aircraft.
  • One of the two crew members on the F-15E was rescued.
  • The second crew member's status is unknown or not shared.
  • During a rescue mission, a Blackhawk helicopter was also fired upon.
  • The Blackhawk could return to its base safely.

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