5 Apr, 03:51··

US pilot rescued from Iran

ZEIT Online

A missing American pilot from a downed US fighter jet in Iran has been found by US search teams. Following the jet’s shootdown, President Trump announced the rescue of the second crew member. The pilot was injured but is expected to recover.

The US fighter jet was shot down over Iran on Friday. US President Donald Trump announced the rescue of the second pilot on Sunday. The pilot was injured during the operation, but is expected to fully recover. Hundreds of military personnel were involved in the search and rescue effort. The operation took place in mountainous terrain. Concerns remain about tensions between the US and Iran. The rescue operation involved a complex negotiation and a daring rescue mission.

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Sources agree
  • The American pilot from the downed US fighter jet has been found.
  • US President Donald Trump announced the rescue of the second crew member.
  • The pilot was injured during the operation.
  • The rescue operation involved hundreds of military personnel on the ground.

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