U.S. Airman Rescued in Iran Drama

An airman from a downed F-15 jet has been rescued in Iran by the United States. This follows the earlier recovery of the first pilot. The Pentagon has yet to comment on details of the rescue mission.

The United States has successfully rescued an airman whose F-15 jet was downed in Iran, according to two U.S. officials speaking to Reuters late on Saturday. The rescue operation marks a significant development in the ongoing situation.

Details on the rescue mission remain scarce as the officials did not immediately provide further information. The Pentagon has also refrained from commenting on the incident by the time of reporting.

The rescued airman was the second crew member of the F-15 jet reportedly brought down by Iranian air defenses on Friday. Reuters had earlier reported the successful retrieval of the first crew member.

(With inputs from agencies.)