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Trump Declares F-15E Rescue Success, Warns Iran of Consequences

4/7/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced a rescue of F-15E airmen in Iran during a press conference, calling it a success of Operation Epic Fury.
He described the rescue as significant and said it would be remembered in history.
Trump warned Iran to negotiate by Tuesday night at 8 p.m. ET.
He added, "The entire country can be taken out in one night," signaling potential consequences if Iran did not comply.

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced a rescue of F-15E airmen in Iran during a press conference, calling it a success of Operation Epic Fury.
He described the rescue as significant and said it would be remembered in history.
Trump warned Iran to negotiate by Tuesday night at 8 p.m. ET.
He added, "The entire country can be taken out in one night," signaling potential consequences if Iran did not comply.