Iran mocks US after fighter jet goes down

Major escalation in the Middle East as an American F-15 Strike Eagle is shot down over southwestern Iran. This report provides the latest updates on the high-stakes search and rescue mission for a missing crew member after one pilot was successfully recovered. With Iranian authorities offering a £50,000 reward for the capture of the remaining pilot, the situation threatens to become a major hostage crisis for the White House.

As the conflict intensifies, President Trump is proposing a massive $1.5 trillion defense budget while shaking up military leadership by firing the Army Chief of Staff. Meanwhile, Iran continues to mock U.S. military claims and maintains strategic control over the Strait of Hormuz, significantly impacting global oil traffic. We analyze the "dead end" in diplomatic mediation and the growing concerns over international law as both sides exchange heavy fire.

Key Highlights:
- F-15 Downed: Details on the crash and the status of the two-seater jet's crew.
- Bounty Issued: Iran’s public offer for the capture of U.S. personnel.
- Pentagon Shakeup: Why Trump fired General Randy George during active combat.
- Economic War: How Iran is profiting from tolls in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Diplomatic Deadlock: Why Pakistani mediation efforts have reached a "dead end".

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