What we know about the race to rescue downed US airman in Iran
Author: Akinbayo WahabPublished on: April 5, 2026Country: Iran
Politics

A US airman, a weapons system operator, was shot down in Iran, and President Donald Trump announced his rescue by special forces. Although Iran claimed the mission was foiled, reports indicate that the wounded airman managed to hide after ejecting from his F-15E. The CIA played a key role in locating him, while Iranian authorities urged local tribes to search for him.
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