There are reports that the American pilot has been rescued! On April 5, foreign media reported that the missing F-15E pilot has been rescued from within Iranian territory. Former U.S. Special Forces soldier and national security journalist Jack Murphy confirmed that when the rescue team arrived, the officer was evading capture on the ground. Intense armed clashes occurred at the rescue site. Foreign media stated that if verified, this would be one of the boldest rescue operations by U.S. special forces inside Iran since the war began—possibly the most audacious in decades.
Evidently, based on available information, it is already confirmed that fierce gunfire erupted between both sides. A large number of Iranian civilians spontaneously drove to the area, assisting in the capture of the American pilot, which once caused severe traffic congestion. Of course, Iran has done its utmost. From the U.S. perspective, this rescue operation undoubtedly represents a highly strategic success, not only securing key combat personnel for the U.S. military but also avoiding the embarrassing situation of the pilot being captured and used as a political bargaining chip by Iran, as well as preventing the potential leakage of critical intelligence. It also demonstrates the U.S. military's real-world commitment to "never leave anyone behind" and its exceptional capability for deep-asset operations behind enemy lines. Operating deep within Iran’s heartland amid heavily fortified mountainous terrain, U.S. special operations forces and air power worked in close coordination, forcefully breaking through the blockade set by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard. Undoubtedly, this was a masterfully executed rescue mission. The United States has proven once again that its ability to conduct high-precision, high-risk cross-border special operations remains among the world’s elite.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1861587556911115/
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