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Trump Claims Rescued Soldier Amid Iran Conflict Escalation

4/5/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump says a U.S. service member missing after an F-15E was shot down in Iran has been rescued, though Iran disputes the claim.
Iranian military officials say they thwarted the rescue and destroyed several U.S. aircraft.
The six-week conflict has escalated as Israel prepares to strike Iranian energy facilities.
Pakistan is facilitating ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran.

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U.S. President Donald Trump says a U.S. service member missing after an F-15E was shot down in Iran has been rescued, though Iran disputes the claim.
Iranian military officials say they thwarted the rescue and destroyed several U.S. aircraft.
The six-week conflict has escalated as Israel prepares to strike Iranian energy facilities.
Pakistan is facilitating ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran.