Did the US Really Rescue Two Pilots After Iran Downed Their Jets?

After Iran’s Black Friday attack on American aircraft, Washington launched a high-risk rescue mission. Reports indicate multiple losses: an F-15E, A-10 Warthog, MH-6 Little Bird, two C-130 Hercules and damage to two Black Hawks and an F-16. Tehran released images of burnt-out jets and claimed the mission failed. The US has yet to provide clear proof that any pilot was saved. Official statements about a rescued airman remain unverified. Critics accuse the president of spinning the story to protect his image. No independent source has confirmed the alleged extraction.

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