Several American warplanes crashed in Kuwait on Monday morning, but all crew members survived the incident, according to the Kuwaiti Ministry of Defence.
In a brief statement, a defence ministry spokesman confirmed the development, noting that the cause of the crash remains under investigation.
“Several US warplanes crashed this morning. Confirming that all crew members survived,” the spokesman said.
Authorities swiftly launched search and rescue operations at the crash sites, evacuating the affected personnel and transporting them to a medical facility for evaluation and treatment.
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Officials said the crew members are in stable condition.
“Authorities immediately initiated search and rescuerescue operations, evacuating the crews and transporting them to a hospital for medical evaluation and treatment. Their condition is stable,” the statement added.
The incident occurred against the backdrop of heightened tensions in the Gulf region, as Iran continued a third consecutive day of strikes across the area.
While it remains unclear whether the crashes were linked to ongoing hostilities, the development has added to concerns over regional security and the safety of military personnel stationed in the Middle East.
Further details are expected as investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the crash.