US fighter jet F-15 goes down in Kuwait, Iran claims strike | Watch

A US Air Force F-15 Strike Eagle fighter jet crashed in Kuwait on Monday, with the pilot ejecting safely before the aircraft went down. Authorities confirmed that the crash occurred in western Kuwait and an investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the incident.

Initial reports indicate that the pilot managed to escape by ejecting moments before impact, avoiding casualties. Videos circulating on social media appear to show the aircraft descending rapidly before crashing, though officials have not yet verified the footage.

The incident comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East following escalating hostilities involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Iranian sources have claimed responsibility for striking the aircraft, but there has been no official confirmation from US or Kuwaiti authorities supporting that claim.

Military officials are now investigating whether the crash was caused by mechanical failure, operational issues or external factors. The development has drawn attention due to the ongoing regional conflict, where missile and drone attacks have been reported across several countries in the Gulf.