U.S. Fighter Jet Shot Down Over Iran: Search Operation Underway
A U.S. fighter jet has been reportedly shot down over Iran, prompting a search and rescue operation for potential survivors. The information was provided by a U.S. official who requested anonymity. The Pentagon and U.S. Central Command have not yet commented on the incident.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 03-04-2026 19:39 IST | Created: 03-04-2026 19:39 IST
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A U.S. fighter jet has reportedly been shot down over Iran, sparking a rescue mission to find any survivors, according to a U.S. official who spoke on the condition of anonymity.
Details on the incident remain scarce, as the Pentagon and U.S. Central Command have yet to issue a statement or respond to inquiries.
This development marks a significant event in U.S.-Iran relations, with implications yet to be fully understood as more information emerges.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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