Iranian authorities state that an “enemy” F-15 fighter jet was shot down by air defence systems after being intercepted over the country’s southern coast near Hormuz Island.
Iranian state media reported that air defences intercepted and hit an “enemy F-15” after it was tracked over the southern coast near Hormuz Island.
“An invading fighter jet was targeted by the army’s air defence,” the statement said.
Iran’s Press TV also reported the incident and shared a video claiming to show the jet being shot down.
A 29-second video clip, believed to show radar or infrared tracking, has circulated online.
The footage appears to capture missile launches targeting a fast-moving object identified as a U.S. F-15 over southern Iran.
The development comes days after another unverified report alleging the downing of an F-35, adding to a series of contested military claims in the region.
However, there is no confirmation from the United States military.
The U.S. F-15 Fighter Jet
The McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle is a twin-engine, all-weather tactical fighter developed by McDonnell Douglas (now part of Boeing).
It is designed primarily for air superiority, meaning it is built to gain control of the skies during combat.
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First introduced in the 1970s, the F-15 has a long combat record and is known for its speed, range, and heavy weapons load.
It can exceed Mach 2.5 and is equipped with advanced radar systems, enabling it to detect and engage targets at long ranges.
The aircraft carries a mix of air-to-air missiles and a 20mm cannon, making it effective in both long-range and close combat.
Variants such as the F-15E Strike Eagle are also capable of ground-attack missions, expanding their operational roles.
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Another American F-15 Aircraft Shot Down
An American F-15 aircraft was shot down by the air defence system of the Islamic Republic of Iran Army on March 4.
On Monday, March 1, the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) claimed that a US F-15 fighter jet was shot down in Kuwait.
Referring to local sources, the IRNA shared a video clip, which it claims shows the downing of the American F-15 fighter jet in Kuwait.
“According to local sources, a US F-15 fighter jet was shot down in the skies above Kuwait earlier on Monday morning,” the post added.
