U.S. Central Command confirms all American air assets remain fully operational following Iranian state media reports.
WASHINGTON D.C May 28, 2026 — U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has firmly rejected claims broadcast by Iranian state television that Iranian forces successfully downed a U.S. military aircraft near the city of Bushehr.
In an official statement posted on X, CENTCOM declared: “No U.S. aircraft have been lost. All air assets are fully accounted for.”
The denial comes amid heightened regional tensions, with Iranian media frequently issuing unverified claims regarding U.S. and allied military operations in the Persian Gulf. Independent verification of the alleged incident has not emerged, and no wreckage or supporting evidence has been presented by Iranian sources.
The U.S. military command responsible for operations in the Middle East emphasized that Iranian assertions appear to be part of a pattern of misinformation. CENTCOM’s statement included visual confirmation that no U.S. aircraft are missing from active operations.
This latest exchange highlights the ongoing information war accompanying military posturing in the region. Iranian state media has previously made similar claims that were later proven false or lacked independent corroboration.
The reported incident near Bushehr — home to Iran’s only nuclear power plant — occurs as U.S. forces maintain a significant presence in the Persian Gulf to safeguard maritime traffic and deter aggression. Military analysts note that such exaggerated claims are often used by Tehran to project strength domestically and internationally.
No U.S. casualties or equipment losses have been reported. CENTCOM continues to monitor the situation closely.
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Source: Official CENTCOM statement on X (formerly Twitter).
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