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Doha, Qatar – In a statement released by the Iranian Army Public Relations Office, officials confirmed that three out of four pilots who ejected from their Sukhoi Su-24 fighter jets during a bombing raid on Doha in March have indeed survived the incident and are currently being held captive in Qatar.
According to reports, the pilots, identified as Javad Salehi, Abdul Majid Dashtian, and Omran Behrushian, were captured alive after their jets were downed by air defenses while returning to Iran. Although the exact circumstances of the incident remain unclear, it is confirmed that all four pilots were on board the aircraft at the time of the attack.
The Iranian Army has issued a formal demand for the immediate release of the captured pilots, citing the Geneva Convention on the treatment of war prisoners. In a statement, officials emphasized the need for Qatar to adhere to international humanitarian law and ensure the safety and well-being of the captured airmen.
“The Iranian Army views the capture of our pilots as an egregious breach of international law and norms of warfare,” said a spokesperson for the Iranian Army. “We urge the Qatar authorities to respect the rights and dignity of our personnel and release them immediately. Failure to do so will be met with utmost diplomatic efforts and necessary measures to ensure their safe return.”
The incident in question took place on March 23, 2024, when Iranian Air Force jets conducted a bombing raid on Doha, allegedly in response to a perceived threat to national security. The operation was reportedly conducted with the support of Iranian ground forces, sparking international condemnation and concerns over the escalating tensions between Iran and its regional partners.
The development raises fresh concerns about the situation on the ground, with calls for diplomatic intervention and international mediation. The situation remains fluid, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
The incident highlights the complexities and nuances of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, where rival nations and interests continue to vie for influence and leverage. As tensions between Iran and Qatar remain high, international efforts to defuse the situation are expected to intensify in the coming weeks and months.