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Iran-US Conflict: Pentagon Debunks Tehran's Claim of Downing US Fighter Jet

মার্কিন কেন্দ্রীয় কমান্ড ইরানের এই দাবিকে “মিথ্যা” বলে অভিহিত করেছে

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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.

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