Trump Confirms Iran Downed Helicopter, Urges U.S. Response

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Trump Confirms Iran Downed Helicopter, Urges U.S. Response

US President Trump said on Tuesday that the United States “must” respond after Iran allegedly shot down a US helicopter.

He said the two pilots were unharmed and safe, The Caspian Post reports, citing NPR news.

"I have just been informed by our Great Military that last night the Iranians shot down one of our highly sophisticated Apache Helicopters while patrolling over the Strait of Hormuz," he wrote on Truth Social.

"Nevertheless, the United States must, of necessity, respond to this attack," Trump said.

It's unclear what this means for the overall ceasefire that's been in effect for weeks. Both sides have continued peace talks despite several flare ups in the region.

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Trump Confirms Iran Downed Helicopter, Urges U.S. Response

US President Trump said on Tuesday that the United States “must” respond after Iran allegedly shot down a US helicopter.