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Amid rising tensions between Iran, Israel, and the United States, reports claim that a US F-15 fighter jet crashed in Kuwait during ongoing military operations. A viral video shows the aircraft engulfed in flames before plummeting.
Kuwait Claims Multiple US Warplanes Down During Regional Tensions
New Delhi: Tensions in West Asia are running high following the US-Israeli attacks on Iran. Meanwhile, Iranian media has claimed that a US F-15 fighter jet crashed in Kuwait. A video has also surfaced on social media showing the fighter jet engulfed in flames and then rapidly plummeting. However, this incident has not been independently confirmed.
The McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle is considered one of the world's most modern and lethal fighter jets. It has been in service with the US Air Force for a long time. It is being claimed that the pilot managed to parachute safely after the plane caught fire. There has been no official statement regarding the pilot's condition.
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The Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense stated that some US fighter jets have been reported crashed since the incident, but the total number and details have not been disclosed. The US military has yet to issue any official confirmation or denial, fueling speculation.
The incident reportedly occurred during Operation Epic Fury, in which the US and Israel attacked Iranian bases. Iran has claimed to have fired missiles at several countries, calling it a provocation. Iranian officials have warned that if the attacks continue, a major military conflict could erupt in the region.
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These claims and videos have escalated amid heightened Israeli-Iranian tensions. Experts believe that if the plane crash is confirmed, it could further escalate regional conflict. Official statements from all parties are awaited, while war-like conditions persist in West Asia.
