Iran’s Tasnim News Agency has stirred international attention after publishing a photo allegedly showing the wreckage of an Israeli F-35 fighter jet, claiming it was shot down by Iranian air defense systems.
According to reports that surfaced Friday night, Iran's military claims it successfully targeted and brought down two Israeli F-35s. One of the pilots, Iranian sources say, has reportedly been captured.
The image released Saturday quickly went viral across social media platforms, accompanied by strong rhetoric from Iranian military-linked outlets. Tasnim labeled the operation as a “strategic response” and claimed the incident occurred within Iran’s defensive airspace.
As of now, Israeli authorities have neither confirmed nor denied the report. No official statement has been released from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), and international military analysts remain cautious, noting the possibility of misinformation or exaggerated claims amid ongoing regional tension.
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This incident, if verified, would mark a major escalation involving advanced stealth aircraft. The F-35 is widely considered one of the most sophisticated fighter jets in the world, making any confirmed downing a significant development in military aviation history.
This is a developing story. Updates will follow as more information becomes available.
📅 Posted on: June 13, 2025 | 🏷️ Labels: F-35, Israel, Iran, Middle East Tension, NSMedia, Military News