A U.S. F-15E fighter jet was reportedly downed by enemy fire during the current conflict with Iran. This incident marks the first time American military aircraft have been shot down by hostile forces in over 20 years.
A search operation is actively underway for a missing U.S. airman involved in the incident. Both American and Iranian forces are reportedly engaged in efforts to locate the crew member.
The downing comes as President Trump has issued warnings to Tehran regarding the Strait of Hormuz and threatened severe consequences if Iran fails to reach a deal. This is a developing story and will be updated as details emerge.
