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Iran US War LIVE Updates: A senior administration official told Reuters that US President Trump has been at the White House, where he is being regularly briefed on the ongoing search-and-rescue operation. Get all updates on Iran US war here on Mint!
Iran US War LIVE: US. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft refuels from a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft during a mission supporting Operation Epic Fury during the Iran war at an undisclosed location, April 2, 2026. U.S. Air Force/Handout via REUTERS ATTENTION EDITORS - THIS PICTURE WAS PROVIDED BY A THIRD PARTY(via REUTERS)Iran US War LIVE Updates: Iran reportedly brought down two U.S. military aircraft in separate strikes on Friday, marking a sharp escalation in a conflict now approaching five weeks, AP reported. One American service member was rescued, while at least one remains missing.
Iran US War LIVE: What happened in the last few hours?
- AP reported citing, officials, that one fighter jet was downed over Iran. While one crew member from that aircraft was safely recovered, another is still unaccounted for, prompting an ongoing U.S. search-and-rescue mission.
- The White House and Pentagon have not released detailed information about the incidents.
- In a brief phone interview with NBC News, Trump declined to comment on the rescue efforts but insisted the development would not impact ongoing negotiations with Iran, stating, “No, not at all. No, it’s war.”
- The Israeli military said Saturday it detected missiles fired from Iran, as Tehran pressed on with its retaliatory fire on the country after a US-Israeli bombing began at the end of February.
- US President Donald Trump has proposed boosting defense spending to $1.5 trillion in his 2027 budget released Friday, the largest such request in decades, reflecting his emphasis on U.S. military investments over domestic programs.
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Key Events
04 Apr 2026, 05:38 AM IST
4 Apr 2026, 05:40:11 AM IST
Iran war LIVE: More ships pass Hormuz -
A French-owned and a Japanese-owned vessel are among a handful of ships to have transited the war-torn Strait of Hormuz, maritime tracking data showed Friday.
The passage, a vital route for oil and liquified natural gas, has been virtually blocked by Tehran since US-Israeli strikes on Iran triggered conflict throughout the Middle East.
Both ships made the crossing on Thursday, according to tracking company Marine Traffic.
In addition, three tankers -- including one co-owned by a Japanese company -- crossed the strait on Thursday via an alternative, southern route.
They hugged close to the shore of Oman's Musandam Peninsula, a first in nearly three weeks, according to Lloyd's List. (AFP)
4 Apr 2026, 05:38:11 AM IST
Iran US war LIVE: 2 US aircraft shot down as war in Iran escalates. At least 1 crew member is missing
Iran shot down two U.S. military planes in separate attacks Friday, with one service member rescued and at least one missing, in a dramatic escalation since the war began nearly five weeks ago.
It was the first time U.S. aircraft have been downed in the conflict and came just two days after President Donald Trump said in a national address that the U.S. has “beaten and completely decimated Iran” and was “going to finish the job, and we’re going to finish it very fast.”
One fighter jet was shot down in Iran, officials said. A U.S. crew member from that plane was rescued, but a second was missing, and a U.S. military search-and-rescue operation was underway. (AP)
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Mausam Jha
Mausam Jha is a journalist who focuses on world affairs and politics. She provides clear, informative reporting with a good understanding of both global events and their local impact. <br><br> Her clear, accessible reporting on political and international issues makes her a trusted source of news and analysis. <br><br> For the past three years, Mausam has worked with Mint, covering national politics, IR—including elections—and global affairs.<br> Before joining her current role, she gained experience working with The Statesman, ANI, and Financial Express, where she honed her skills in political and international news. <br><br> She has consistently tracked key electoral battles, including US elections, Japan elections, policy debates, and strategic affairs, explaining how global currents, from great power competition to regional conflicts <br><br> Beyond journalism, Mausam has a deep engagement with international relations, diplomacy, war studies, terrorism, political history, and political theory. She is particularly interested in the intersection of statecraft and society on how governance, ideology, and institutions shape lived realities, and how politics shape today's world order. <br><br> An avid reader of classical literature and political thought, she constantly explores the connections between historical ideas and contemporary policy challenges.
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