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Netanyahu Praises Trump for ‘Perfectly Executed’ US Mission to Rescue Downed F-15 Crew in Iran
In a dramatic turn of events highlighting deep military cooperation between the United States and Israel, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has praised former US President Donald Trump for what he described as a “perfectly executed American mission” to rescue a stranded US Air Force crew member in Iran.
In a dramatic turn of events highlighting deep military cooperation between the United States and Israel, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has praised former US President Donald Trump for what he described as a “perfectly executed American mission” to rescue a stranded US Air Force crew member in Iran.
The high-risk rescue operation was launched after an American F-15 fighter jet was shot down near Isfahan, Iran, leaving its crew members in hostile territory. According to official statements, the mission successfully recovered the second crew member, who had gone missing following the incident.
Taking to social media platform X, Netanyahu revealed that he personally spoke with Trump and commended his leadership during the crisis. He emphasized the strength of US-Israel relations, noting that cooperation between the two nations—both on and off the battlefield—has reached unprecedented levels.
“I personally congratulated him on his bold decision and the perfectly executed mission to rescue the downed pilot,” Netanyahu stated. He further added that Israel played a supportive role and expressed pride in contributing to saving the life of an American soldier.
Reports suggest that Israel provided crucial intelligence assistance during the rescue mission. According to sources cited by CNN, Israeli forces even delayed certain planned military actions against Iran to avoid disrupting the sensitive search-and-rescue operation.
Earlier, Trump confirmed the successful rescue on his social platform, Truth Social, calling it one of the most daring missions in US military history. He reassured the public that the rescued officer—identified as a highly respected Colonel—is now safe, though injured.
In his statement, Trump underscored a long-standing US military principle: no soldier is ever left behind. He described how the stranded officer was trapped behind enemy lines in Iran’s rugged terrain, with US forces closely tracking his location and planning the rescue around the clock.
The incident comes amid heightened tensions in the region, making the successful operation not only a military achievement but also a significant geopolitical moment.
As global attention remains fixed on US-Iran dynamics, this rescue mission stands as a powerful example of strategic coordination, rapid response, and international military partnership.
