Tel Aviv, April 5 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday praised US President Donald Trump following the high-risk rescue of a US F-15 crew member from Iran after it was downed by the Islamic Republic earlier this week, calling it a testament to decisive leadership and shared values between the two nations.

In a video statement posted on X, Netanyahu congratulated Trump on the successful operation, stating that "all Israelis rejoice in the incredible rescue of a brave American pilot by America's dauntless warriors".

Highlighting the significance of the mission, Netanyahu said the operation demonstrated how "free societies muster their courage and their resolve" to overcome "seemingly insurmountable odds" and confront thr...