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WATCH: F-15 Jet Goes Down As a Result Of 'Apparent Friendly Fire' As War In Middle East Rages On

The U.S. military confirmed on Monday that three F-15 jets were shot down "due to an apparent friendly fire incident" in Kuwait as the war in the Middle East continues.

Latin Times

US-Iran war: Kuwait 'mistakenly' shoots down three American F-15s in friendly fire incident

Three US F-15E fighter jets crashed in Kuwait early Monday due to a friendly fire incident, according to US central command. All six crew members ejected safely and are in stable condition. The incident occurred amidst escalating regional tensions and Iranian retaliatory strikes, with Kuwait also intercepting hostile drones. The…

The Times of India

US fighter jets that crashed in Kuwait were shot down by ‘friendly fire’

All six aircrew ejected safely and survived, after the three F15 jets were mistakenly shot down by an American ally

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US-Iran war: 'Several' American warplanes crash in Kuwait, crew survive

Multiple US military aircraft crashed in Kuwait early Monday, with all crew members surviving and in stable condition. The incidents occurred as Kuwait reported intercepting hostile drones, with Iran's state media claiming responsibility for hitting a US plane that crashed in the region. Smoke was also observed near the US…

The Times of India

(VIDEO) President Donald Trump Predicts Iran Conflict Could Last 'Four Weeks or Less'

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Sunday the U.S.-led military operation against Iran could last "four weeks or less," describing it as a planned, time-limited campaign even as strikes escalated into a third day and Iranian retaliatory attacks spread to Israel, Gulf states and U.S. assets, killing American troops and…

International Business Times

(VIDEO) Iran Claims Downing of US F-15 Fighter Jet Over Kuwait, Shares Video of Spiraling Crash

Iranian state-affiliated media outlets circulated video footage Monday purporting to show a U.S. Air Force F-15 fighter jet spiraling downward in flames over Kuwait, with Tehran claiming its forces shot down the aircraft as the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict entered its third day of intense exchanges.

International Business Times

Video shows US fighter jet crashing in Kuwait as war spirals in Middle East

Crew members survived the crash and were transported to hospital

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Drones hit Saudi Ras Tanura refinery as Iran strikes targets across region

Iranian drones hit Saudi Arabia’s Ras Tanura refinery on Monday morning, while Kuwait reported intercepted attacks on day three of Iran's retaliatory strikes on countries in the region.

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Is Kuwait Airport Open? Kuwait International Airport Remains Closed Amid Iran Conflict

KUWAIT CITY — Kuwait International Airport (KWI), the country's primary aviation hub, remains fully closed with no commercial flights operating as of Monday, March 2, 2026, due to the ongoing escalation in the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict that has triggered widespread airspace closures across the Middle East.

International Business Times

Fighter jet spins to ground as Kuwait says ‘several’ US planes have crashed

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Video shows flaming US fighter jet tailspins to ground in Kuwait

Kuwait’s military has confirmed that “several” U.S. fighter jets have crashed over the country.

The Independent UK

F15 fighter jet falls from sky amid Iranian strikes on Kuwait

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Evacuation plans to rescue more than 100,000 Brits caught in Iran war zone being rapidly drawn up

Foreign Secretary Yvette said the Government was working on ‘every possible option’ to get Britons home

Evening Standard

‘Several’ US fighter jets crash over Kuwait, military confirms

Video showing a flaming jet falling from the sky suggested at least one of the aircraft was an F-15E twin-engine fighter jet

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Iran says US-Israeli attacks have killed 555 people so far in Iran

The Iranian Red Crescent Society says that the U.S.-Israeli airstrike campaign targeting Iran has killed at least 555 people so far in the Islamic Republic

Evening Standard

Three F-15 US warplanes mistakenly shot down by Kuwait defence forces as Iran war escalates

Photos show US pilot being rescued after apparently ejecting over Kuwait - as smoke seen rising near the US embassy

Euronews

Iran's 'terrorist regime' an 'intolerable threat,' Trump says as he outlines war aims

Tehran has continued its attack against countries in the Middle East on Monday, striking Qatari and Saudi energy facilities and other targets, as Iran war entered its third day. Follow our live blog.

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US F-15 Fighter Jet Crashes in Kuwait Amid Escalating Middle East Tensions

An American-made F-15 fighter jet operated by the United States Air Force crashed in Kuwait on Monday, intensifying concerns as tensions surge across the Middle East following joint US-Israel military operations that reportedly led to the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

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US F-15 down in Kuwait? Iran shares video showing fighter jet engulfed in flames, pilots ejecting

US F-15 Fighter Jet Crash: An American F-15 fighter jet crashed in Kuwait amid escalating Middle East tensions following the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader. While Iran's state media claimed the jet was shot down, the exact cause remains unconfirmed. Both crew members reportedly survived and were handed over to…

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Kuwait: Interior Ministry announces temporary ban on fishing boats and outdoor gatherings amid Iran-Israel conflict

Kuwait has introduced temporary safety restrictions as authorities respond to the current situation in the country and across the wider region. The Ministry of Interior announced a set of precautionary steps aimed at safeguarding citizens and residents, stressing that the measures are preventive and time-bound.

The Times of India

US, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE condemn Iran over missile and drone attacks in joint statement

Seven countries in the Gulf and West Asia joined the United States on Monday in condemning Iran over a wave of missile and drone attacks across the region, even as fighting between Washington, Israel and Tehran continued to intensify.

The Times of India

Middle East tensions surge: Saudi Arabia summons Iran envoy in escalating Gulf crisis amid US-Israel attacks

Saudi Arabia has summoned Iran's ambassador. This action follows Iranian attacks on Saudi territory and neighbouring Gulf states. The move escalates tensions linked to the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran. Other Gulf nations like Kuwait and Qatar have also protested Iranian actions. Saudi Arabia vows to defend its sovereignty and…

The Independent UK

Starmer expresses ‘solidarity’ with Middle East in face of ‘Iranian escalation’

The Prime Minister spoke with the kings of Jordan and Bahrain and the crown prince of Kuwait on Sunday.

The Guardian - US

US contractors in Kuwait decry meager bunkers and pay cuts amid Iran war: ‘We’re treated as expendable’

Employees say they have heard little from major defense contractor V2X Inc about safety and evacuation protocols

The Times of India

'Go back to your senses': UAE tells Iran after attacks on Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha and Kuwait

The United Arab Emirates has called on Iran to reconsider its actions. Iran launched military strikes across the Middle East, including attacks on Dubai. These actions follow the reported killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Dubai experienced significant disruption with explosions and damage to infrastructure. Local authorities reported injuries…

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