American media outlets including Reuters and CNN, citing official sources, report that a U.S. fighter jet has gone down in Iran, triggering an ongoing search-and-rescue operation for the crew.
According to initial information, a U.S. official told Reuters that the aircraft was shot down, though details about the exact cause whether enemy fire or technical failure—remain unclear.
Other reports indicate the aircraft may have been an F-15 fighter jet, with two crew members on board, whose fate is currently unknown.
The U.S. military has launched an urgent operation to locate the pilots, with rescue efforts reportedly underway inside Iranian territory.
Meanwhile, Iranian state-linked media have claimed a pilot may have ejected and even called on civilians to report or capture him claims that have not been independently verified.
So far, the Pentagon and U.S. Central Command have not issued an official public statement, leaving many details unconfirmed.
The incident marks a serious escalation amid ongoing tensions in the region and could have significant geopolitical consequences.
