Watch: Video appears to show US F-15 fighter jet crashing in Kuwait

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete March 2, 2026 at 10:43 AM

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A video verified by the BBC appears to show an F-15 fighter jet crashing to the ground near Kuwait City. The footage was filmed from the west of the city, on the edge of the Al Jahra area. US Central Command later confirmed that three US F-15 jets went down due to "an apparent friendly fire incident". All six crew members ejected safely and are in stable condition. The incident occurred in an unspecified location near Kuwait City, with no further details provided.

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