US special forces enter Iran to rescue downed airman

US special forces enter Iran to rescue downed airman
© Photo: Maria Novoselova/ Vestnik Kavkaza

U.S. special forces are operating in Iran to extract a missing crew member of a downed fighter jet, The Telegraph reported.

Earlier, the American F-15E pilot who was rescued after his plane was downed over Iran was recovered by two U.S. military helicopters.

The search continues for the second F-15E crew member, a weapon systems officer.

The helicopter carrying the recovered pilot was hit by small arms fire, wounding crew members of the helicopter on board. The helicopter landed safely. All service members are receiving initial medical treatment and will be transported for further medical care.

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