The United States has confirmed the rescue of the second crew member from an F-15E fighter jet downed in Iran. While the pilot has been located, U.S. officials warn that the rescue team remains in a "dangerous situation" as they attempt to exit Iranian territory.
A government official confirmed the rescue to Al Jazeera, noting that the crew member was recovered following heavy gunfire. Despite the recovery, the operation is ongoing. U.S. Special Forces entered Iran Friday night after the aircraft was shot down near an Iranian airbase.
The situation remains volatile. CBS News reports that an additional U.S. warplane and a helicopter came under fire from Iranian forces during the extraction attempt. Concurrently, Iran had launched its own search operation, offering a reward for the pilot's capture.
While the pilot is now in U.S. custody, officials have not yet released details regarding his physical condition or the specific timeline for the team's extraction to safety.
