Pentagon Dismisses Iran's Claim of Not Downing US Fighter Jet Amidst Conflict
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Iran-US Conflict: Pentagon Debunks Tehran's Claim of Downing US Fighter Jet
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News18•26-03-2026, 08:40
Iran-US Conflict: Pentagon Debunks Tehran's Claim of Downing US Fighter Jet
•Iran's IRGC claimed to have hit a US F/A-18 fighter jet near Chabahar with an advanced defense system, circulating a video as evidence.
•US Central Command (CENTCOM) rejected Iran's claim as "false misinformation," stating no US fighter jet was shot down by Iranian fire.
•The conflicting claims emerge amidst intensified military conflict in West Asia, with frequent airstrikes, missile, and drone attacks.
•Iran is reviewing a US proposal to end the Gulf War but is not ready for direct talks, preferring indirect discussions through mediators.
•US President Donald Trump believes Iranian leaders want a deal but face internal political pressure; US warns of intensified action if Iran doesn't comply.