F-15 Crashes in Kuwait, Crew Safe as Iran Strikes Continue

An F-15 fighter jet crashed in Kuwait on Monday, March 2, 2026, but all crew members survived. Kuwait's defense ministry confirmed the crash and stated search and rescue operations were immediately launched. The cause remains under investigation. This incident occurred amid Iran's third consecutive day of strikes targeting US military assets and Gulf allies. Blasts were reported across multiple Gulf cities including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Doha, and Manama. Iran's attacks have also damaged civilian infrastructure, including a power station in northern Kuwait and Kuwait's Mina Al Ahmadi refinery, though production continued. Sirens warned Kuwait City residents of incoming strikes as air defenses intercepted drones. The small Gulf nation, hosting a large US military presence since the 1990 Iraqi invasion, faces its most significant escalation in decades. Kuwait's embassy issued security alerts urging residents to avoid the compound due to ongoing threats. Worried residents stocked up on essentials amid fears of further attacks.

SOURCE: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/03/02/several-us-warplanes-crash-in-kuwait/