IDF Special Forces unit, intelligence and more: How Israel helped US in rescuing downed F-15 crew from Iran

Nearly 48 hours after Iran was able to shoot down an American F-15E Strike Eagle over its territory, the US military on Sunday was able to rescue second crew member of the downed jet, but only after a meticulous planning that even involved a deception campaign by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). Now, fresh details have emerged about the daring rescue operation, with reports claiming that even Israel supported the American military in its campaign.