A US fighter jet, suspected to be an F-15E Strike Eagle or F/A-18, crashed near the Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait during Iranian missile attacks, escalating tensions in the Middle East.
The pilot ejected safely and received assistance from civilians, while the condition of the weapons systems officer remains unclear.
The cause of the crash is under investigation, with possibilities including Iranian missile strike, friendly fire, or mechanical failure.
The incident occurred as Iran launched missile strikes targeting US military positions, marking a significant escalation following recent clashes involving American and Israeli forces.
Three US service members were killed and five injured in operations over the weekend, prompting President Donald Trump to pledge retaliation.
