Event Brief
Report: 40+ US aircraft lost or damaged in Iran war
Filed: May 21, 2026 at 8:06 AM ET
Summary: A Congressional report says more than 40 US military aircraft were shot down or destroyed in Iran war operations.
WHO: Congressional report
WHAT: More than 40 US military aircraft were lost or damaged, including being shot down or destroyed.
WHEN: May 21, 2026 at 7:31 AM ET
WHERE: Iran
WHY: The aircraft were shot down or destroyed during Operation Epic Fury.
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