A US F-15 fighter jet was shot down by Iran, prompting a search and rescue operation for the two-person crew. According to sources, one crew member has been rescued, while the second remains unaccounted for.
Iranian authorities are conducting their own search operation and have urged civilians to assist, even offering a government reward for information leading to the missing American's capture.
The F-15E Strike Eagle, designed for both air-to-air and air-to-ground combat missions, typically carries two personnel, a pilot and a weapons systems officer.
With over 5,000 people killed in the conflict so far, the White House is closely monitoring developments, with the President having been briefed on the situation.
