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U.S. says Kuwait mistakenly downed 3 American jets during Iranian attacks; all crew safely ejected

U.S. says Kuwait mistakenly downed 3 American jets during Iranian attacks; all crew safely ejected

Summary

Three American fighter jets were mistakenly shot down by Kuwait during an Iranian air assault. All six crew members ejected safely and were unharmed. Kuwait admitted to shooting down the jets by mistake during the military operation.

Key Facts

  • Three American fighter jets were mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses.
  • The jets were downed during an Iranian air assault involving aircraft, missiles, and drones.
  • All six crew members ejected safely and are in stable condition.
  • Iranian state television claimed that one U.S. plane targeted by Iran crashed in Kuwait.
  • A witness saw the plane on fire and an airman parachuting to the ground.
  • Kuwait admitted to the mistake and is supporting the U.S. operation in Iran.
  • The U.S. military is investigating the cause of the incident.

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