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Exclusivo: piloto de EE.UU. derribado informó haber visto drones iraníes formando una especie de enjambre con forma de medusa
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Por Zachary Cohen y Katie Bo Lillis, CNN
Un piloto de un avión de combate estadounidense, rescatado por fuerzas especiales tras ser derribado sobre Irán en abril, describió una escena impactante antes de eyectarse de su aeronave: múltiples drones iraníes flotando en el aire, moviéndose al uníso...
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Pasoans with ties to the military are likely watching this story closely, given the city's strong military presence and history of supporting troops deployed abroad. The fact that a US pilot was rescued by special forces after being downed over Iran is a stark reminder of the risks faced by service members in conflict zones. As the investigation into the incident continues, locals may be wondering about the potential implications for US military strategy and the role of drone technology in modern warfare. With Fort Bliss and other military installations in the area, El Paso is home to many families with loved ones serving in the armed forces, making this story particularly relevant to the local community. The city's residents will be eager to learn more about the circumstances surrounding the downing of the F-15 and the evolving capabilities of Iranian drones.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Por Zachary Cohen y Katie Bo Lillis, CNN
Un piloto de un avión de combate estadounidense, rescatado por fuerzas especiales tras ser derribado sobre Irán en abril, describió una escena impactante antes de eyectarse de su aeronave: múltiples drones iraníes flotando en el aire, moviéndose al uníso...
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