Video Does Not Show Iran Downing U.S. Fighter Jet and Capturing Pilot

Video Does Not Show Iran Downing U.S. Fighter Jet and Capturing Pilot

The video dates back to March 2026 (X)

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Recently, social media users circulated a video claiming to show Iranian forces shooting down a U.S. F-16 fighter jet and capturing its pilot.

Iranian forces shooting down a U.S. F-16 fighter jet and capturing its pilot.

🚨 Breaking: The moment the pilot of the US F-15 aircraft shot down by Iran was captured by Iranian villagers. 🔥🚀🇮🇷🇺🇸✈️👨‍✈️⚡ pic.twitter.com/m9dko1S1wy

— Kişi sevdiği ile beraberdir (@yaarenler) August 3, 2026

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