Kuwait’s Ministry of Defence has confirmed that several United States military aircraft were involved in a crash within the country on Monday morning, though the circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear.
In a statement issued by a defence ministry spokesperson, authorities assured that all crew members survived the incident, describing their condition as stable.
The ministry confirmed the “complete safety” of the aircraft’s crew members, adding that emergency teams promptly carried out search and rescue operations before evacuating those involved to a hospital for medical attention.
Officials, however, did not disclose the number of aircraft or personnel affected in the crash.
According to the statement, “Concerned authorities are following up on the investigations to determine the causes of the incident.”
Earlier footage circulating on social media showed a fighter jet engulfed in flames before crashing near a United States military base in Kuwait.
Initial analysis by CNN suggested the aircraft resembled a twin-engine US F-15E Strike Eagle, with the pilot reportedly ejecting safely before impact.
Iran later claimed responsibility for bringing down the jet, although independent confirmation has yet to be provided.
The incident comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East following joint military strikes by the United States and Israel against Iran. Since the escalation began, at least three US soldiers have been killed and five others injured.
US President Donald Trump has pledged retaliation for the casualties, warning that additional losses could occur as the conflict continues.
