Nournews: It is said that the publication of the fighter jet’s ejection seat image by an account affiliated with the IRGC Intelligence Organization occurred after the pilot’s capture and was intended to mislead U.S. Army rescue operations.

Nournews cannot independently confirm or deny this report.

Armed Tribal Forces in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad in Pursuit of Enemy Troops

People in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province have mobilized across the region in preparation for a potential confrontation with U.S. forces.

Residents—particularly tribal groups and villagers—have taken positions in various parts of the province.

Following reports of a possible U.S. military rescue operation for the downed pilot, tribes, villagers, and other groups in the province have begun search and patrol operations across mountains and plains using the weapons at their disposal, preparing to engage if necessary.

Denial of U.S. Troop Insertion or Heliborne Operations in Ilam Province

The political deputy of Ilam’s governor has denied reports of U.S. troop entry or heliborne operations in Ilam Province.

Tajeddin Salehian stated: “Reports claiming the entry or heliborne deployment of U.S. forces into the country and Ilam Province are entirely false.”

He added that security in Ilam is fully stable and urged the public not to pay attention to rumors and to follow official sources.

U.S. Confusion in Search for Downed Fighter Pilot

U.S. forces appear to be confused in their efforts to locate the downed pilot.

Investigations indicate that the U.S. is searching for the pilot using several Black Hawk helicopters, a C-130 Hercules aircraft, and reconnaissance drones after the fighter jet was struck this morning by Iranian armed forces.

Fighter pilots are typically equipped with GPS-linked systems that can transmit their location after ejection. However, the vast area being searched suggests that U.S. forces do not have precise information about the pilot’s location and are relying on alternative methods to find him.

Denial of U.S. Heliborne Operation on Kharg Island

Reports of a U.S. heliborne operation on Kharg Island have been denied.

Following rumors circulating on social media about the deployment of U.S. forces on the island, a Tasnim correspondent reported from the area that the claims are false and that full security is currently maintained.

At present, Iranian armed forces have full control over Kharg Island, and all areas are under continuous surveillance.