Account

The Actual News

Just the Facts, from multiple news sources.

US jets shot down over Kuwait in 'apparent friendly fire incident', officials say

US jets shot down over Kuwait in 'apparent friendly fire incident', officials say

Summary

Three US F-15 fighter jets were shot down over Kuwait by Kuwaiti air defenses, in what officials describe as a "friendly fire incident." All six crew members ejected safely. This incident occurred during ongoing US-Israeli operations against Iran.

Key Facts

  • Three US F-15 jets were shot down over Kuwait by Kuwaiti defenses.
  • Officials call it an "apparent friendly fire incident."
  • All six crew members from the jets ejected safely and were recovered.
  • The incident is under investigation by US Central Command.
  • The conflict involves US-Israeli operations against Iran.
  • Iran's Supreme Leader was reportedly killed in earlier strikes.
  • More casualties and attacks are reported in the region, including in Lebanon and Israel.
  • US Defense officials held a press conference about the ongoing military operation named "Epic Fury."

Source Information