Trump confirms rescue of missing F-15 pilot in Iran: “We have him”
Trump confirms rescue of F-15 pilot shot down in Iran after daring special forces operation, calling it first-ever separate rescue of two pilots in enemy territory.
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Iran offers $60,000 bounty for missing US pilot after fighter jet shootdown
Iran offers $60,000 bounty for capturing missing US pilot alive after shooting down American F-15E fighter jet, marking first major US aircraft loss.
Iran releases video of second US aircraft shot down in Persian Gulf
Iran releases video showing second US military aircraft shot down in Persian Gulf. A-10 Warthog crashed during rescue mission after Iranian fire hit the plane.
New tensions rise in Cyprus ahead of Monday’s Christodoulides-Erhürman meeting
Rising tensions in Cyprus as Turkey alleges attacks ahead of crucial Monday talks between President Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Erhürman.
Time Magazine cover asks “Where’s the exit?” on Trump’s Iran war
Time Magazine’s latest cover story reveals Trump’s struggle to find an exit strategy from the Iran war as public support plummets and economic consequences mount.
Trump appoints Vance as “fraud czar” targeting Democratic states
Trump names VP JD Vance as “fraud czar” to investigate alleged fraud in Democratic states including California, Illinois, and Minnesota.
Ukraine: Russia launches new wave of attacks with nearly 500 drones
Russia launched nearly 500 drones and cruise missiles against Ukraine in a massive attack, killing at least three people and causing emergency power outages.
Trump: Opening Strait of Hormuz to get oil and make money is matter of time
Trump calls opening of Strait of Hormuz “matter of time” to secure oil access and generate profits, posting controversial statement on TruthSocial.
US fails to rescue pilot after fighter jet shot down over Iran
US forces failed to rescue a fighter pilot shot down over Iran. Black Hawk helicopters and C-130 aircraft conducted unsuccessful search operation.
Netanyahu vows continued strikes on Iran in coordination with Trump
Netanyahu announces continued Israeli military strikes on Iran in full coordination with Trump administration, claiming 70% destruction of Iran’s steel capacity.
Middle East escalation: New missile strikes hit Kuwait and Israel
Middle East tensions escalate with Iranian missile strikes on Kuwait and Israel. Trump says Iran eager for deal as bridge bombings intensify conflict.
Greece’s upgraded role in Strait of Hormuz crisis: diplomatic sources speak to parapolitika.gr
Greece joins 34 nations in UK-led initiative to restore free navigation through Strait of Hormuz, with 11 Greek ships and 88 sailors currently trapped in region.