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centerLIVE UPDATEUS aircraft seen over Iran in rescue mission, says Iranian media
NEWS SUMMARY
Iranian media reported on Friday, April 3, 2026, that US aircraft, including a C-130, were seen over central Iran conducting a search and rescue mission for the crew of a downed F-35 jet. One report claimed a US aircraft retreated after encountering heavy fire.
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