During the ongoing war in the Middle East, an American soldier hid in the mountainous area of ​​Iran for about 48 hours. He had only a pistol and a location tracking device. However, he was hopeful that he would be saved in time. When the operation to rescue the soldiers started, it was a big and dangerous operation. While giving information about this mission, US President Donald Trump said, “WE GOT HIM!”, that is, we have taken him out safely. He told that the missing soldier is now completely safe.

This soldier was a crew member of the F-15E fighter jet, which was shot down by Iran. The pilot was quickly rescued after exiting the plane, but the second officer went missing in the mountainous area. After this a big campaign was started to find him. According to American officials, this soldier remained hidden in enemy territory for about two days. During this time, Iranian security forces were continuously searching for him. Trump said that the soldier was in a very difficult situation and the enemies were getting closer to him.

IRGC PR: A US enemy #aircraft searching for the downed fighter pilot was destroyed in southern Isfahan. Further details to follow.#Iran #IRGC #BreakingNews #Pilot #War pic.twitter.com/UeJWSDPbJo

— Consulate General of the IR Iran in Mumbai (@IRANinMumbai) April 5, 2026

The soldier went out of the plane to higher ground

After coming out of the plane, he went to a higher area and remained hidden there. He had a pistol and used beacons and GPS to indicate his location. On the other hand, Iranian security forces were searching the area. According to reports, he also sought help from local people and promised a reward for providing information. Some reports also said that there is an anti-government atmosphere in the area where the plane fell, so it is possible that someone might have helped the soldier hide. Meanwhile, American intelligence agencies were also trying to save him in different ways. It was a kind of race in which the American army wanted to reach that soldier before the Iranian forces could capture him. This mission remained the biggest priority for 48 hours.

“WE GOT HIM! My fellow Americans, over the past several hours, the United States Military pulled off one of the most daring Search and Rescue Operations in US History, for one of our incredible Crew Office Members, who also happens to be a highly respected Colonel, and who I… pic.twitter.com/FNPWV6MPvA

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) April 5, 2026

Who was involved in the operation?

Hundreds of commandos, many planes and helicopters were deployed in this operation. Along with this, help of cyber, space and intelligence system was also taken. A senior American official described it as one of the most difficult and complex operations ever. The rescue operation was started in the dark of night. On Trump’s orders, several fighter planes were sent, which attacked Iranian convoys so that they could not reach the troops. When the American team reached there, there was firing, but despite this the soldier remained at his place until the commandos took him out. He is injured, but is expected to recover.

attack on american helicopter

During this mission, an American helicopter was also attacked, in which some people were injured, but the helicopter landed safely. An A-10 aircraft was also damaged and its pilot had to eject, who was later rescued. Even when the soldier was evacuated, the problems did not end. Two transport planes broke down, due to which the plan had to be changed. Later three more planes were sent and the faulty planes were destroyed on the spot so that they did not fall into the hands of the enemy.

All commandos involved in the operation returned safely

All the commandos involved in this operation returned safely and the injured soldier was taken to Kuwait for treatment. Trump also told that another American pilot had been rescued a day earlier, but this information was hidden at that time so that the second operation would not be affected. He said that this is the first time that two American soldiers were rescued separately from inside enemy territory. Trump said that this operation proves that America’s military power is very strong. He said that we do not leave any of our soldiers behind.

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