16 APR 2026
IranTehran, Iran

Iranian F-4 Phantoms escort Pakistan army chief to Tehran

Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 20:42 UTC · 1 source

Iranian Air Force F-4 Phantom II jets formed an escort for the aircraft carrying Pakistan's Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir as it entered Tehran airspace this afternoon. The video footage captures multiple Phantoms flying in formation ahead of the delegation's plane, underscoring Iran's display of military support during high‑level talks. The arrival coincides with ongoing diplomatic discussions between Iran and Pakistan linked to broader regional negotiations. The escort highlights Iran's operational legacy aircraft still in service.

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Aircraft: multiple F-4 Phantom II jets
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TGFrente Militar y Geopolíticoview7h ago
Cycle: Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 20:42 UTC · First reported: 7h ago
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