U.S. Aircrafts Shot Down by Iranian Assault

WASHINGTON (AP) — Yesterday, Iran shot down a US fighter jet, the two crew members ejecting from the F-15. One of them was rescued, though a search is ongoing for the second. This is the first time Iran has downed a manned US aircraft in the war. Reports indicate that Iran has also shot down an A-10 fighter supporting the search, however the pilot is safe. Iran shooting down two American military aircraft marks an exceedingly rare assault for the U.S. that has not happened in more than 20 years. It shows the Islamic Republic has a continued ability to hit back despite President Donald Trump asserting the country has been “completely decimated.” The last time a U.S. fighter jet was shot down in combat was during the 2003 U.S. invasion of Iraq. Experts suggest a shoulder-fired missile likely was used. Some analysts say the attacks reflect how Iran is “weak but still lethal.”