US Fighter Jet Shot Down Over Iranian Territory Confirmed
April 3, 2026 • Al Jazeera
US Fighter Jet Shot Down in Iran, Trump Briefed on Incident
The White House has confirmed that President Donald Trump has received a briefing on the recent shooting down of a US fighter jet in Iran. The incident has sparked an announcement by Iranian state television regarding a reward for anyone who can capture the two US pilots alive.
According to reports, one crew member from the downed aircraft has been rescued. Details about the incident are still emerging.
The White House has not released any further information on the circumstances surrounding the shooting down of the fighter jet or the current status of the remaining pilot(s). The incident is currently under investigation.
Iranian state television has issued a statement offering a reward for anyone who can capture the US pilots alive. This development comes as tensions between the US and Iran remain high following the incident.
The incident marks the latest in a series of incidents involving US military personnel in the region. The White House has not commented on whether the shooting down of the fighter jet was an isolated incident or part of a larger pattern of events.
As the situation continues to unfold, officials are working to determine the cause of the incident and the status of the remaining pilot(s).
Source: Al Jazeera