Apache helicopter
Coverage of Apache helicopter in the Nexus archive.
- US forces started running sea-drone rescue drills years before the downing of an Apache forced them to do it for real
US forces conducted sea-drone rescue drills years before a real-world mission to save two soldiers after their Apache helicopter was shot down by Iran. The rescue, using an uncrewed surface vessel (USV) operated by Task Force 59, marked the first operational use of such technology for medical evacuations in the US military.
- Apache going down near Oman a sign of air combat evolution, analysts warn
An Apache helicopter was downed near Oman by a Shahed drone, with both crew members rescued. Analysts highlight the incident as a sign of evolving air combat, emphasizing the growing threat of unmanned systems to traditional military aircraft.
- Apache helicopter gunships showed off their power cleaning up the Strait of Hormuz
Apache helicopter gunships are patrolling the Strait of Hormuz following a June 8 drone strike that damaged one helicopter, with its crew rescued by a U.S. Navy unmanned drone. Despite risks from Iranian drones and fast boats, Apaches are highlighted for their armored resilience and weaponry, including Hellfire missiles and a 30 mm gun, to secure shipping lanes.
- Iran, Ukraine, Belfast & Albania’s ‘Flamingo Revolution’
President Trump stated a ceasefire extension with Iran was imminent, but Iran downed a US Apache helicopter in the Gulf of Oman, reportedly to deter US air patrols targeting Iranian drones aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
- Trump news at a glance: president follows through on threats against Iran with fresh strikes
The US launched new strikes against Iran for the second consecutive day following the downing of a US Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz, which President Donald Trump has blamed on Iran. Trump vowed to 'hit them hard again' as a two-month-old ceasefire nears collapse.
- Ret. Army Maj. Mike Lyons on new U.S. strikes against Iran: "It's kind of about time"
The U.S. launched strikes against Iran following the downing of an Apache helicopter earlier in the week. Ret. Army Maj. Mike Lyons stated the strikes are 'kind of about time.'
- Trump says US will strike Iran 'very hard' if no nuclear deal is reached
President Donald Trump stated the US will resume bombing Iran 'very hard' if no nuclear deal is reached, citing Iran's downing of an American Apache helicopter. He also revealed the US has been seizing millions of barrels of Iranian oil nightly.
- US launches a second straight day of airstrikes in Iran
U.S. forces conducted a second consecutive day of airstrikes in Iran, targeting defense and radar facilities near the Strait of Hormuz and drone command sites. The action followed Iran's downing of an Apache helicopter, with President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth advocating for military response. The strikes are part of an ongoing conflict over Iran's nuclear program and regional tensions.
- Iran, U.S. trade strikes overnight as war appears to reignite
U.S. officials reported striking nearly 20 Iranian targets overnight in response to the downing of an Apache helicopter earlier this week. The incident occurred as tensions between Iran and the U.S. appeared to escalate, according to CBS News reporters Eleanor Watson and Natalie Brand.
- Trump vows U.S. will strike Iran again today: "They keep playing us for suckers"
President Trump vowed the U.S. will strike Iran again, stating Iran will 'pay the price' for delayed negotiations. A U.S. Apache helicopter was downed, leading to an exchange of fire.
- Trump on Iran: We're going to be attacking them very hard
U.S. President Donald Trump stated the United States will attack Iran 'very hard' if a peace deal is not finalized, citing Iran's downing of an Apache helicopter in the Strait of Hormuz. He reiterated that Iran will be targeted on Wednesday and emphasized the need for a 'meaningful' agreement.
- Iran would be 'unwise' to challenge US further, Pentagon's Hegseth says
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth warned Iran against further challenging the US after its strikes in retaliation for the downing of a US Apache helicopter. Hegseth stated the US is taking defensive measures and President Trump seeks a deal to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.
- U.S. launches strikes on Iran after downing of Apache helicopter
The U.S. launched strikes on Iran in retaliation for Iran shooting down an Apache helicopter. Iran responded with its own retaliatory strikes. Charlie D'Agata reported the event.
- US and Iran exchange fire as Vance says deal could be months away | First Thing
US forces struck Iran in response to an Apache helicopter being downed near Hormuz, prompting Iranian retaliation against American airbases. Vice-president JD Vance stated a potential deal to end the conflict could take a week or months, emphasizing economic benefits for the US and addressing Iran's nuclear program.
- Tech Selloff Deepens Ahead of CPI; US, Iran Exchange Strikes | Bloomberg Brief 6/10/2026
US equity futures decline before CPI data release; the US retaliates against Iran after an Apache helicopter was shot down near the Strait of Hormuz, risking a peace deal. Experts discuss inflation and Fed rates on Bloomberg.
- US Strikes Iran in Retaliation of Downed Apache Helicopter
The United States retaliated against Iran's downing of a U.S. Army Apache helicopter by attacking Iranian air defense, ground control stations, and surveillance radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran claims it responded with 21 attacks against U.S. military targets across the Middle East.
- Trump launches new strikes on Iran after US Army helicopter downed
President Donald Trump ordered U.S. forces to launch strikes on Iran in response to the downing of a U.S. Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz. The two pilots aboard the helicopter were unharmed and rescued, while the U.S. described the action as a 'proportional response' to Iranian aggression, despite claiming a ceasefire remains in place.
- Morning news brief
The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes following the downing of an Apache helicopter. House Republicans passed a bill to fund ICE for the remainder of Trump's term. Takeaways from Tuesday's primaries in four states were reported.
- Former Middle East adviser on the U.S. launching retaliatory strikes on Iran
The U.S. military launched strikes on Iran following the downing of an Apache helicopter. NPR's Michel Martin interviewed Michael Singh, a former Middle East adviser in the George W. Bush White House.
- Middle East: Iran targets US bases in retaliatory strikes
Iran retaliated against US airstrikes by attacking American bases in the Gulf following the downing of an Apache helicopter. Israel continues its strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
- U.S. strikes Iran after American helicopter downed
The U.S. military conducted self-defense strikes against Iran following the downing of an Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump confirmed both crew members were safe and uninjured after the incident off the coast of Oman.
- US Centcom says it completed 'self-defense strikes' against Iran
US Central Command conducted self-defense strikes against Iran in response to the downing of an Apache helicopter. The strikes targeted Iranian air defense systems, ground control stations, and surveillance radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz, described as a proportional response to attacks on U.S. forces and commercial ships.
- US launches strikes against Iran in retaliation for the downing of an Apache helicopter
The United States launched strikes against Iran in retaliation for the downing of a US Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by Central Command. The action escalates tensions and raises doubts about the ongoing ceasefire and peace negotiations mentioned by President Trump.
- U.S. military says it fired new strikes in Iran after downing of Apache helicopter
The U.S. military conducted new strikes in Iran following the downing of a U.S. Apache helicopter by Iran. The crew was rescued and transported to safety using an American drone boat, according to the report.
- U.S. military says it fired new strikes in Iran after downing of Apache helicopter
The U.S. military conducted strikes in Iran following the downing of a U.S. Apache helicopter by Iran. The crew was rescued and taken to safety via an American drone boat.
- JD Vance claims US ‘very close’ to peace deal with Iran
Vice-president JD Vance claims the US is 'very close' to achieving a peace deal with Iran, which could occur before the midterm elections. The statement follows US retaliatory strikes against Iran after a helicopter was downed near the Strait of Hormuz.
- JD Vance claims US ‘very close’ to peace deal with Iran
Vice President JD Vance claimed the US is 'very close' to achieving a peace deal with Iran, which could happen before the midterm elections, as US forces launched retaliatory strikes against Iran following the downing of an Apache helicopter near the strait of Hormuz.
- US strikes Iran in response to helicopter shootdown
The US military conducted 'self-defense' attacks on Iran following the downing of an Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz. The incident occurred in the Strait of Hormuz, a strategically significant waterway.
- Trump STRIKES Iran in retaliation for shooting down Apache helicopter over Strait of Hormuz
Trump retaliates against Iran following the shooting down of an Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz.
- US launches new strikes on Iran after helicopter downed
The United States launched strikes on Iran following the downing of a U.S. Apache helicopter in the Strait of Hormuz by an Iranian attack drone. Iran denied conducting military operations in the area but threatened a response to renewed hostility, while President Trump dismissed the incident as 'not a big deal' despite concerns over strained peace efforts.
- U.S. launches self-sefense strikes against Iran in response to chopper downing, CENTCOM says
The U.S. military launched retaliatory strikes on Iran in response to the downing of an Apache helicopter, according to CENTCOM. CBS News reporter Eleanor Watson provided further details on the incident.
- US launches strikes on Iran in retaliation for downed helicopter
The U.S. military launched strikes against Iran in retaliation for Tehran shooting down an American Apache helicopter. President Trump hinted at the response earlier in the day, with U.S. Central Command forces initiating the strikes at the Commander in Chief's direction.
- U.S. begins retaliatory strikes on Iran after Apache helicopter downed near Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. has launched retaliatory strikes against Iran following the downing of an Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by Central Command. CENTCOM described the mission as a proportional response to what it termed unjustified Iranian aggression.
- US says it has begun strikes against Iran following crash of Army Apache helicopter off Oman coast
The U.S. military began strikes against Iran following the crash of a U.S. Army Apache helicopter off the coast of Oman, which President Trump attributed to Iran. Two aviators were rescued by a drone boat, and Iran's foreign minister warned foreign forces near its territory face risks. The incident strained a recent ceasefire between Iran and Israel.
- US Armed Forces launch retaliatory strikes against Iran
The US Armed Forces have launched self-defense strikes against Iran following the downing of a U.S. Army Apache helicopter. Officials described the mission as a proportional response to unjustified Iranian aggression.
- Trump vows retaliation after claiming Iran shot down Apache helicopter
President Trump accused Iran of shooting down a US Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz. He vowed retaliation in response.
- Trump says Iran downed a US Army Apache helicopter, vows response
President Donald Trump claims Iran shot down a U.S. Army Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz, stating the two pilots were unharmed and vowing a U.S. response. U.S. Central Command confirmed the pilots were rescued and the incident is under investigation, while noting ongoing military operations and a blockade of Iranian ports.
- President Trump says U.S. 'must' respond to Iran attack that downed Army helicopter
President Trump initially spoke optimistically about ending negotiations with Iran but later confirmed Iran shot down a U.S. Army Apache helicopter, stating the U.S. must respond.
- Trump says Iran downed a US Army Apache helicopter, vows response
President Donald Trump claimed Iran shot down a U.S. Army Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz, stating the two pilots were unharmed and vowing a U.S. response. U.S. Central Command confirmed the pilots were rescued and the incident is under investigation, while noting ongoing operations to enforce a blockade against Iranian ports.
- Iran foreign minister says foreign forces face 'constant risk' of being caught in crossfire
Iran's foreign minister warned foreign forces near the Strait of Hormuz face risks like human error, accidents, or crossfire, urging them to leave. The statement followed U.S. President Donald Trump's vow to respond to accusations that Iran shot down an Apache helicopter in the region.