Three F-15E Strike Eagle fighter-bombers belonging to the United States were accidentally shot down in the airspace over Kuwait while conducting support missions directed against threats from Iran.
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that the Pentagon has released an official statement regarding the incident. According to the report, the aircraft were targeted while performing tasks within the framework of Operation Epic Fury. Preliminary findings suggest the incident was the result of "friendly fire."
The active combat operations involved intercepting Iranian aircraft, ballistic missiles, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). It is reported that the US Air Force fighters were mistakenly engaged and hit by Kuwait's air defense system. All six crew members successfully ejected and were evacuated; their conditions are currently assessed as stable. Kuwait has officially acknowledged the incident and expressed readiness to assist in the ongoing investigation.
Operation Epic Fury is part of a broader regional security strategy led by the United States to maintain stability in the Middle East and protect allied interests against aerial escalations. Under the administration of US President Donald Trump, the United States has reinforced its military presence and cooperation with regional partners like Kuwait to counter potential threats. Such incidents, while rare, highlight the complexities of integrated air defense environments during high-alert military operations.
