F-15E crew member rescued in Iran as Trump threatens 'all hell' on Iran over Strait of Hormuz
Fox News • • general
Key Points:
- U.S. forces successfully located and evacuated a downed weapons systems officer from an F-15E fighter jet shot down over Iran, following an intense search-and-rescue operation in hostile territory.
- The CIA played a critical role in the rescue by conducting a deception campaign, spreading false information to Iranian sources to divert their efforts and buying time to locate the stranded airman.
- President Donald Trump announced the rescue as a major success, praised the bravery of U.S. military personnel, and confirmed the rescued airman is seriously wounded; he also plans a White House press conference with military officials.
- Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to target Iran's energy infrastructure if demands are not met, while also stating he has granted Iranian negotiators "immunity from death" during ceasefire talks.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised Trump for the rescue operation, highlighting the shared value between the U.S. and Israel of never leaving personnel behind in hostile situations.
