Update (Day 912) Swords of Iron-Lion’s Roar “Pilot Rescued”

Coming at you from the Northern Front, jets overhead. I’m breathing a sigh of relief, and I know you are too. The brave U.S. Air Force pilot and co-pilot of the F-15E, who went down deep inside enemy territory in Iran, have been recovered after a heavy firefight.

This was one of the most intense and complex combat rescue missions in decades—possibly in U.S. history. I can only imagine what could have happened. The Iranians publicly said, “We want to get this guy.” Only God knows what they intended, but the pilots were rescued.

The mission lasted over two days. The American officer on the ground had only a pistol and a secure communications device, hiding—possibly in a cave—while Iranian forces knew roughly where he was. The operation involved hundreds of special operations troops, dozens of fighter jets, helicopters, and extensive cyber and space intelligence, including satellites scanning the area. U.S. aircraft struck Iranian convoys trying to intercept the team, while gun battles erupted. Remarkably, all forces returned with no casualties.

Two transport aircraft were left behind, and other aircraft—likely helicopters—extracted the personnel. The U.S. later destroyed its own aircraft to prevent sensitive technology from falling into enemy hands. This truly ranks among the most complex special operations rescues in U.S. history.

Meanwhile, missiles are still falling. Bnei Brak, a very religious town, was struck; Gafni, a prominent religious Knesset member, had his home hit.

Israel’s military leadership has clarified that the goal of this conflict is not to fully disarm Hezbollah—that would be up to the Lebanese army—but it is a top priority to stop missile attacks and prevent incursions across the Litani River.

Preparations are underway for an unprecedented strike on Iran’s energy facilities, awaiting the U.S. green light, likely by the end of this week or beginning of next.

Friends, breathe a sigh of relief. The good always triumph; the wicked do not prevail.

As Isaiah 40:31 says: “They that wait on the Lord will renew their strength, mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not grow weary, walk and not faint.”

You could call this a Passover miracle—I’d like to think so.