Just In: Iran Shot Down US's Helicopter, Trump Reacts

• US President Donald Trump confirmed Iran shot down a US Apache helicopter during a patrol in the Strait of Hormuz
• The incident is escalating tensions and has raised concerns following US-Israel military operations against Iran
• Public reactions from Americans reflected divided opinions on Trump's handling of the war against Iran in the Middle East

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President Donald Trump of the United States has said that the Iranian military shot down one of the "highly sophisticated Apache Helicopters" belonging to America, adding that he was informed by the "Great Military".

According to the US president, the helicopters were "patrolling over the Strait of Hormuz". He disclosed that two pilots were involved in the attack, but were unarmed and safe.

President Trump then added that the United States "must, of necessity, respond to this attack," suggesting that the ongoing military onslaught between the US and Israel against Iran is about to be escalated.

Recalled that the US and Israel, on Saturday, February 28, launched a military operation against Iran, assassinating the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic, along with several civilians, including 168 children.

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Since then, there have been bombings and killings in Iran by Israel and America. On the other hand, Iran has been attacking Israel and US allies in the Gulf Region, including Dubai, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and several others.

Reactions as Trump threatens Iran

The report of the attack on the US military helicopter and President Trump's response has started generating reactions from Americans. Below are some of their comments:

Angelheart urged Trump administration to respond decisively:

"Mr. President @POTUS Given the recent actions by the IRGC, it is evident that they are not willing to engage constructively in negotiations. It is imperative that the USA issues a decisive response to these provocations. I urge your administration to utilize all necessary capabilities of the US Military to secure and neutralize Iran's nuclear infrastructure and enriched uranium. History has demonstrated that decisive, overwhelming shows of force are sometimes necessary to compel adversaries to abandon hostile policies and avoid prolonged conflict."

GenXGirl criticised President Trump:

"Every time Trump says he’s working toward peace, suddenly, he pivots to attacking AFTER Israel and their lobby humiliate him. Last week, you were briefed by your most trusted pollster, Rich Baris and told you are seen by Americans as 'Bibi’s prison girlfriend'."

Martin Dan knocked Trump:

"You are a disgrace to the greatest military in the world. The Islamic regime shoots down an American Apache helicopter and you tweet two days later promising retaliation? How stupid and cowardly are you, Trump?"

Inayatullah Khan recalled schoolchildren killed by the US attack:

"Epic Fury will be remembered for the butchery of 171 little Iranian schoolgirls by the Bloodthirsty Donald Trump firing three Tomahawks at the defenceless little children!"

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Ceasefire threatened as Israel resumes bombing Lebanon

Legit.ng earlier reported that Iran has condemned Israel's ongoing bombing of Lebanon despite the US president's ceasefire announcement earlier.

Israeli officials have clarified that the ceasefire announcement did not apply to Lebanon, amidst tension with Iran.

Mixed global reactions have emerged as criticism of the US foreign policy, and calls for peace have intensified in the global world.