Day 37: US Rescues Downed Airman, Trump Issues 48-Hour Hormuz Ultimatum

A U.S. Air Force colonel shot down over Iran is confirmed safe after a covert rescue operation. Hours later, President Trump issues a 48-hour ultimatum: open the Strait of Hormuz or face overwhelming military force. Iran calls it a bluff. War Desk breaks down the rescue, the ultimatum, and what happens if the deadline passes.Subscribe to NBN's NewsletterGet new investigations, new shows, and the raw intelligence you won't find anywhere else straight to your inbox.Sign up at nbn.fm/newsletter.

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