Iran Strikes Saudi Airbase: US E-3 AWACS, Tankers Damaged; F-16 Claimed Shot Down

• Iran launched missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia's Prince Sultan Airbase on March 27, injuring 10 US service members.
• The attack damaged a US E-3 Sentry AWACS aircraft and several aerial refueling tankers, impacting US air surveillance and operational capabilities.
• Iran's Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) claim to have shot down a US F-16 fighter jet over southern Iran, though the US has not confirmed this.
• PM Modi discussed the West Asia crisis with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, emphasizing the intolerance of attacks on energy infrastructure and maritime trade routes.
• The escalating US-Iran confrontation has resulted in 13 American soldier deaths and over 300 injuries, while Iran has reportedly lost 1167 soldiers.