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World Service,04 Apr 2026,49 mins

Iran and US race to find missing American crew member

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One crew member is missing after a US warplane was shot down over Iran. US forces are searching, but so are the Iranians, who are offering a reward. Also on today's programme: while the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, we speak to the captain of an Indian tanker who spent three weeks at anchor as missiles and drones flew overhead; and, the return of the all-female indie band, The Beakers. Presenter Julian Worricker is joined by Jane Kinninmont, Chief Executive Officer at the United Nations Association, and Travis Elborough, British author and cultural commentator. (Photo: US and Israel continue strikes on Iran on 3 Apr 2026. Credit: Abedin Taherkenareh /EPA)

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