World · 4 April 2026

Day two of search for missing US pilot inside Iran

US forces are still searching for the missing F-15E crew member inside southwestern Iran after their jet was shot down on Friday. Iranian regional officials and the Revolutionary Guards have both denied reports that the airman has been captured or arrested. The aircraft has been identified from its tail markings as belonging to the 48th Fighter Wing based at RAF Lakenheath.

By BriefTea Editorial · 4 April 2026 at 16:12

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