Trump says US 'must' respond after alleged Iranian helicopter attack
US President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that Washington will respond to an alleged Iranian attack that downed an American military helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz, confirming that both pilots were recovered safely but stressing that the United States must retaliate against Tehran.
US President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that Washington will respond to an alleged Iranian attack that downed an American military helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz. Posting on Truth Social, Trump wrote that the "highly sophisticated Apache Helicopter" was targeted during a routine patrol. "The United States must, of necessity, respond to this attack," he said, noting that both pilots were recovered without injury.
Investigation underway
US Central Command confirmed that two crew members were recovered following the Monday crash, though officials said the cause remains under active investigation. The military declined to speculate on the circumstances pending a full review of operational records.
Regional tensions
The incident follows several days of fluctuating tensions in the Gulf, during which Israel and Iran traded strikes before pulling back. The exchanges have underscored the fragility of a ceasefire agreement, with diplomats warning that further incidents could trigger wider hostilities.
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