Rescue mission

Behind the US Air Force unit that spearheaded the mission to rescue downed airman

The concept of a dedicated pararescue force traces its roots back to the end of World War II. Becoming a PJ is widely considered one of the most grueling undertakings in the military.

Members of the US Air Force Pararescue, April 5, 2026; illustrative.
US President Donald Trump looks on as he speaks to members of the media aboard Air Force One en route to Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, US, March 29, 2026.

Second US airman rescued from Iran, Trump issues ultimatum

US Air Force crew work on a Lockheed Martin C-130J-30 Hercules before take-off from RAF Fairford on March 18, 2026 in Fairford, England.

Behind enemy lines: How US Air Force's well-oiled rescue machine operates

An A-10 Thunderbolt II is displayed at Al-Maktoum International Airport during the Dubai Airshow 2025 in Dubai on November 20, 2025.

Second US fighter jet downed in Persian Gulf, pilot rescued after ejection


Alpine rescue service and dog teams race to recover bodies after deadly avalanche in Trasquera

Shortly after noon on Sunday, a snow avalanche detached in the mountains of Verbano, in the municipal territory of Trasquera, overwhelming a group of people.

 The Italian Alps.

Three Israelis safely rescued after being trapped on freezing mountain in Japan

They had been stuck there for around 24 hours due to severe weather conditions, and were trapped in sub-zero temperatures in a state of hypothermia.

 Photos of the rescued Israelis with the Israeli consul in Tokyo, after the rescue.

Relative of rescued Lev Tahor member discusses group's psychological abuse - interview

Oded Twik emotionally described the most meaningful moments in the process of rescuing family members from the Lev Tahor cult in Guatemala.

A Lev Tahor members demands the release of members of the community after prosecutors say Guatemalan authorities rescued several children and teenagers from the Jewish community following allegations of child abuse, in Guatemala City, Guatemala, December 21, 2024.

Boris and Svetlaya were rescued as orphaned cubs in 2012 from the Sikhote-Alin mountains

Boris and Svetlaya's journey began in 2012 when they were rescued as orphaned cubs from the Sikhote-Alin mountains.

 Boris the Siberian tiger traveled 200 km to reunite with partner Svetlaya.

Location of hostage bodies rescued on Thursday came from interrogation, says Shin Bet

"This was an operation that arose from intelligence deriving from Shin Bet investigations, carried out by investigators at detention facilities."

 Photos of the hostage rescue operation, provided by the Shin Bet

New technology: How rescue services will overcome navigation disruptions

California's oneNav unveils L5-direct™ technology in Israel, enabling security and rescue services, as well as location-based applications, to overcome GPS disruptions.

 oneNav vs. Smartphones

Massive flooding rips through Ein Kerem, searches and rescue efforts underway

Firefighters and rescue teams were operating throughout the night following a significant flooding event that inundated homes.

Documenation of flooding incident in Ein Kerem, Jerusalem District.

So close to death: NGO captain recounts migrant sea rescue

Eleven survivors from the second shipwreck and the body of a woman were taken ashore on Monday, and aid groups said 64 people, including 26 children, were unaccounted for.

 Rescuers work at the beach where bodies of refugees were found after a shipwreck, in Cutro, the eastern coast of Italy's Calabria region, Italy, February 26, 2023, in this screen grab taken from a Reuters TV video.

WATCH: Israel Police publish intense rescue of Noa Argamani under heavy fire

Israeli forces operated under heavy fire as they broke into the houses where Argamani and the other hostages were staying.

 IDF footage of former Gaza hostage Noa Argamani being evacuated in a Black Hawk helicopter. June 8, 2024.

When it comes to Israel, brains go out the window - opinion

Borrell and Albanese are promoting the reality that if Israel comes under fire while rescuing its people, it should not shoot back and instead let its soldiers die...

 OFFICIALS LIKE Josep Borrell, the EU’s high representative for foreign affairs and security policy, are emboldening Hamas, the writer argues.