Early Saturday, Iranian forces claimed to have shot down a US F-15 fighter jet, the first such incident since the onset of the current conflict. Reports indicate that US special forces successfully rescued one crew member, while Iranian authorities announced a reward for the capture of any surviving crew members. This escalation follows a series of US-Israeli strikes that killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, leading to retaliatory actions that have spread throughout the Middle East, severely affecting global energy supplies. Concurrently, Iranian military spokesperson Ebrahim Zolfaghari warned of increased attacks on regional energy sites in response to US threats. The conflict has resulted in significant civilian casualties, with reports of 13 deaths in recent strikes in Iran. Meanwhile, Iran's former foreign minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif, proposed a potential deal with the US to end hostilities by offering to limit Iran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. The situation remains tense, with ongoing military strikes and rising casualties, particularly in Lebanon, where over 1,300 people have reportedly been killed since the fighting began.