Israel has claimed that its F-35I jet has shot down Iran’s YAK-130 in the first dogfight. Attacks continue in Tehran. So far 1097 people have died in Iran between the missile attack and retaliation.
Iran Israel War Update: Today (Wednesday) is the fifth day of the Israel-Iran war. Israeli Forces (IDF) have claimed that they have shot down Iran’s fighter plane YAK-130 in the air. According to the IDF, their F-35I targeted and downed an Iranian YAK-130 in the first fighter jet dogfight of the war that began on Saturday. Israel has called it a big success for its Air Force and F-35I jet. He says that this is the first time that the F-35 ‘Adir’ fighter jet has shot down a piloted aircraft.
F-35I Adir Fighter Jet: Included in the world’s most advanced fighter jet
The F-35 fighter jet is made by American company Lockheed Martin. It is counted among the most modern and advanced fighter aircraft in the world. Israel has been using the F-35I ‘Adir’ version for a long time. This jet is equipped with stealth technology, advanced radar and modern weapon systems, through which it can attack while avoiding enemy radar.
YAK-130 Aircraft: Iran gets light combat jet from Russia
The YAK-130 is a sub-sonic, two-seat advanced jet trainer and light combat aircraft. It has been jointly developed by Russian company Yakovlev and Italy’s Aermacchi. Iran got this aircraft from Russia. It is primarily used for pilot training and limited combat operations.
Iran Israel Conflict: Blasts, missile attacks continue in Tehran
Israel and America’s attacks on Iran continue for the fifth consecutive day. The sounds of explosions have been heard in the capital Tehran and other cities. Iran has also retaliated with missiles. The Israeli Army has said that the air defense system has been activated to stop the missiles being fired by Iran.
War in West Asia: How the war started
This big conflict started on Saturday, February 28, when America and Israel attacked Iran. Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in these attacks. According to reports, many other big leaders of Iran have also been murdered. So far 1097 people have died in Iran.
Donald Trump Statement: War may last more than a month
US President Donald Trump has said that this war could last for a month or more. On the other hand, Israel has also intensified attacks in Lebanon. Israel says it is taking action against the Iran-backed organization Hezbollah. Iran has destroyed a Hezbollah weapons base in Beirut. So far 50 people have died there, while more than 350 are injured.