Trump says US officer rescued, injured but ‘will be fine’

Middle East Eye · April 5, 2026 War

Trump says US officer rescued, injured but ‘will be fine’ President Donald Trump confirmed the rescue of a US weapons systems officer whose F-15E fighter jet was shot down over Iran, calling it one of the most daring operations in US history. “WE GOT HIM! … I am thrilled to let you know is now SAFE and SOUND!