US Military Confirms Kuwaiti Forces Accidentally Downed F-15E Jets Amid Iranian Assault

In a surprising turn of events, the US military has confirmed that Kuwaiti forces accidentally shot down three F-15E Strike Eagles during a combat mission responding to Iranian attacks. This incident marks a significant moment as it involves the first engagement of Iran's aging combat fleet in the ongoing conflict. Fortunately, all crew members ejected safely and were recovered in stable condition. The US military expressed gratitude for the Kuwaiti defense forces' support during this operation. Read on to learn more about the details of this incident and its implications.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 2, 2026, 17:04 IST

Incident Involving US F-15E Jets

Dubai: On Monday, the US military reported that three F-15E Strike Eagles were unintentionally shot down by Kuwaiti defense forces during a mission responding to Iranian aggression.

According to the Central Command of the US military, the conflict involved assaults from Iranian aircraft, ballistic missiles, and drones, marking the first instance of Iran's older combat fleet being utilized in this ongoing war.

The statement clarified, "Kuwaiti air defenses mistakenly targeted our fighter jets. Fortunately, all six crew members successfully ejected and have been rescued, currently in stable condition. We appreciate the acknowledgment from Kuwait regarding this incident and are thankful for the support provided by their defense forces during this operation."