Iranian military claims it intercepts F-15 jet near Strait of Hormuz

The Iranian military has intercepted another F-15 fighter jet amid ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel, the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) reported, citing the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

“Several hours ago, an enemy F-15 fighter was intercepted off the country’s southern coast near the Strait of Hormuz,” the statement said.

The report noted that the aircraft was subsequently struck by an Iranian surface-to-air missile. According to the IRGC, details regarding the fate of the fighter are still being confirmed.