Iran's military has launched a search operation for the pilot of a US fighter jet that its air defense system reportedly shot down, according to Fars News agency. An unnamed US official also confirmed a US fighter was downed over Iran, with a search for survivors underway.
Iran states about 7 million people are ready to take up arms to defend the country, as the US is reportedly preparing for a potential ground operation.
The French president believes launching a military operation to open the Strait of Hormuz is an "unrealistic" idea and requires coordination with Iran.
A newly released video shows an object suspected to be an Iranian missile altering its flight path and bypassing at least two Israeli air defense interceptors.
