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US Rescues Missing Service Member After Iran Shoots Down Jet
President Trump announced a daring rescue of a US colonel missing since Iran downed an F-15E Strike Eagle on Friday, involving dozens of aircraft. A second crew member was rescued earlier, marking the first time two US pilots were retrieved separately from enemy territory.
The operation succeeded despite the pilot sustaining injuries.
Israel Reports New Iranian Missile Barrage
Israel stated that Iran launched a new missile barrage as the US-Israel-Iran war continues, which began with joint strikes on February 28. The conflict has killed thousands, disrupted global markets, shipping routes, and spiked fuel prices.
Both sides have targeted civilians, prompting war crimes warnings.
Trump Issues 48-Hour Ultimatum to Iran on Strait of Hormuz
President Trump warned of devastating consequences if Iran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by Monday. Iran and Oman met to discuss smooth transit through the strait, with Oman acting as a mediator.
The deadline follows recent military escalations.
Israeli Strike Kills 7, Including 4-Year-Old Girl, in Southern Lebanon
Lebanon's Health Ministry reported seven deaths, including a 4-year-old girl, in an Israeli strike on Kfar Hatta near Sidon. The town, hosting displaced people from southern Lebanon, was ordered to evacuate by the Israeli military.
The strike occurred late Saturday.
Iranian Drones Strike Bahrain Petrochemical Plant
Iranian drones attacked a state-run petrochemical plant in Bahrain, igniting fires in two units. Firefighters controlled the blaze, and authorities are assessing damage.
Bahrain's official news agency confirmed the incident Sunday.
10 Killed in Strikes on Southwest Iran
Iran reported 10 killed and 7 injured in strikes on Dehdasht county and Vezq district, 360 miles south of Tehran. Nournews, linked to Iranian security forces, detailed the casualties Sunday.
The strikes are part of ongoing US-Israel actions.
Iran Claims Destruction of US Aircraft in Rescue Response
An IRGC spokesperson said Iranian forces destroyed two US C-130s and two Black Hawk helicopters in southern Isfahan after a US rescue operation. Tasnim news agency reported the claims.
This follows the successful US pilot rescues.
Trump Cancels International Trips Amid Escalating Tensions
President Trump canceled trips to Niger, Spain, and France due to the intensifying conflict. The cancellations come as the US focuses on military operations against Iran.
He shared the update in recent statements.
US Confirms Second Pilot Rescue from Iran
A second US pilot was rescued Saturday from behind enemy lines, kept unconfirmed to protect the colonel's operation. Trump praised the military's efforts in retrieving both deep in Iranian territory.
This is a historic dual rescue in enemy land.
Oman Mediates Strait of Hormuz Transit Talks with Iran
Oman and Iran discussed proposals for smooth transit through the Strait of Hormuz ahead of Trump's deadline. Oman's Foreign Ministry hosted deputy ministers and experts Sunday.
Oman has a history of mediating US-Iran issues.
Ongoing US-Iran War Disrupts Global Markets and Shipping
The war, started February 28 with US-Israel strikes, has shaken markets, cut shipping routes, and spiked fuel prices. Thousands have died in the crossfire.
Civilian targets hit by both sides raise war crimes concerns.