Iran-US War: Tehran Shoots Down 2 US Jets, Will This End Diplomatic Talks? Donald Trump Responds

US President Donald Trump has said Iran's reported downing of a US fighter jet will not derail diplomacy, even as two American aircraft are lost in separate incidents and one F-15E crew member remains missing during rising tensions across West Asia.

Trump was speaking after questions over an apparent US Air Force loss during ongoing operations involving Iran. The president rejected suggestions that the incident could change talks with Tehran. Asked if the jet's downing would affect diplomacy, Trump replied, "No, not at all," and added, "We're in war," according to NBC News.

Trump, Iran and US fighter jet talks continue despite stalled ceasefire

US efforts to secure a ceasefire with Tehran had already faced obstacles before the aircraft incidents. Negotiators from Washington and Iran had failed to bridge differences, with Tehran rejecting certain demands. Despite this, US officials are maintaining contacts while also conducting military operations across the region.

Trump gave his first public comments on the aircraft losses after these diplomatic setbacks. The president refused to share operational details about the search-and-rescue mission tied to the downed F-15E, stating that the situation was delicate. Trump also accused some media organisations of not presenting the full complexity of ongoing operations, NBC News reported.

Iran, US fighter jet incidents and missing F-15E crew member

Two US military jets were reported lost in separate events on Friday, April 3, heightening regional strain. A US Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle was said to have been shot down over Iran. Rescue teams recovered one crew member, while efforts continue to locate the second individual.

The status of the missing F-15E crew member remains unclear. Some reports claim the person may be in Iranian custody. Other outlets state that US forces are still searching. Unverified accounts also state that US helicopters, including at least one Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk, faced fire during the rescue attempt.