What to know about US fighter jets hit in Iran war
- Posted on April 4, 2026
- By The Hill
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In brief
A significant military escalation unfolded as two U.S. Air Force fighter jets were lost during combat operations in Iranian airspace. The Iranian military successfully intercepted an F-15E Strike Eagle in a separate incident, marking a critical moment in regional tensions. These developments underscore the intensifying military engagement between U.S. forces and Iranian defense systems, with implications for broader geopolitical stability in the Middle East and potential ramifications for international security protocols.
What to know about US fighter jets hit in Iran war
Two U.S. Air Force fighter jets were shot down on Friday, in two separate incidents, during operations against Iran. The Iranian military downed an F-15E Strike Eagle over the country’s airsp…
