BREAKING: Iran Military Says Downed Second US Jet A-10 Thunderbolt II in Gulf
According to a report by AFP News Agency on Friday, April 3, 2026, Iran’s military announced on Friday that it had struck a second US aircraft over the Gulf, following the earlier downing of an F-15 fighter jet in the country’s southwest, according to reports from state media. The announcement was made by Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB), citing military sources.
According to the report, the aircraft targeted in the second strike was an A-10 Thunderbolt II, a single-pilot ground-attack jet commonly referred to as the “Warthog.” The broadcaster stated that the jet was hit by Iran’s Army Air Defence Force and subsequently crashed into the Persian Gulf. Details regarding the pilot’s status or rescue efforts were not immediately confirmed by Iranian authorities.
The claim comes amid a rapidly escalating confrontation between the United States and Iran, following a series of airstrikes and counterstrikes that have intensified over recent days. Earlier on Friday, a US F-15 fighter jet was reported to have crashed in Iran’s southwestern region. In both incidents, Iran has asserted that its air defence systems successfully engaged and neutralized the aircraft.
The strikes have raised concerns about the safety of US personnel operating in the region and the broader implications for Gulf security. Analysts note that Iran’s ability to target multiple US aircraft in a short period signals both advanced defensive capabilities and a strategic determination to challenge US air operations.
US military officials have confirmed the loss of one aircraft and are investigating the second incident. Search and rescue operations have reportedly been launched to account for missing personnel, although details about casualties or injuries remain limited. The events come less than 48 hours after former US President Donald Trump claimed in a public address that Iran had been “completely decimated,” statements now scrutinized in light of these incidents.
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