Fact Check: Does Image Show U.S. Helicopter Shot Down in Iran 2026?

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Claimant: Social Media

Claim: An image shows a U.S. Army helicopter shot down in Iran in April 2026.

Rating: FALSE

Explanation: The image predates the Iran conflict and actually shows a helicopter incident in Honduras from March 2025.

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Date: 04/06/2026

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Last Updated on April 6, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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