[Xinhua] SYRIA - Iran's passenger plane lands in Beirut following interception by U.S. jets

"The Iranian plane, operated by Mahan Airlines, changed altitude and made a quick landing at the airport after U.S. warplanes blocked its passage over Syrian airspace, to avoid collision with the U.S. aircraft, local media reported."

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