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US-Iran Clash Over Rescuing Downed F-15 Pilot
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A fierce confrontation occurred between US rescue teams and Iranian forces over the second pilot of a downed F-15E Strike Eagle in southern Iran.
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An F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down in southern Iran.
One pilot was rescued.
A second pilot, the weapons system officer, remained.
US forces launched a rescue operation for the second pilot.
Clashes occurred between US rescue teams and Iranian forces (IRGC and Basij militia).
Iran had reportedly offered a reward for the capture of the US pilot.
Who & What's Involved
US Air ForceIslamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)Basij militiaF-15E Strike Eagle
Topics
Military ConflictPilot RescueUS-Iran RelationsAir CombatGeopolitics
Locations
Southern Iran