Several US military aircraft crashed in Kuwait during heightened regional tensions, but all crew members were confirmed safe as investigations continue.
Kuwait City: Several US military aircraft crashed earlier on Monday morning in Kuwait, according to an official statement issued by Kuwait’s Ministry of Defence. Authorities confirmed that despite the incidents, all crew members on board the aircraft are safe and no fatalities or injuries have been reported.
The announcement was made by the ministry’s spokesperson, who stated that immediate coordination took place with US forces to assess the situation. Joint technical teams were deployed following the crashes, and necessary procedures were carried out in cooperation with American military officials stationed in the country.
While the exact number and type of aircraft involved were not disclosed, officials emphasized that investigations are currently underway to determine the precise causes of the crashes. The spokesperson urged the public and media outlets to avoid speculation and rely solely on information released through official channels.
The incidents occurred at a time of heightened tension across the Gulf region. Kuwait has been on high alert following continued military exchanges involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Air raid sirens were heard in parts of Kuwait City earlier in the day as Iranian attacks targeting Gulf nations entered a third consecutive day.
Kuwait’s Interior Ministry confirmed that security forces intercepted an unspecified number of drones that were targeting the country at dawn. Authorities said the interceptions were successful and helped prevent potential damage. However, regional attacks linked to the escalating conflict have resulted in casualties across Gulf nations. According to officials, five people have been killed so far in the wider Gulf region, including one person in Kuwait.
Amid the tense atmosphere, black smoke was seen rising near the US Embassy in Kuwait, prompting concerns among residents. The embassy later issued a security alert advising people not to approach the premises. In its statement, the mission warned of an ongoing threat of missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) attacks over Kuwait. It clarified that while it had not announced being directly struck, embassy personnel were sheltering in place as a precautionary measure.
The Kuwaiti defence spokesperson reiterated that determining the cause of the aircraft crashes remains a top priority. Technical experts are expected to examine flight systems, maintenance records and operational conditions at the time of the incidents. No official link has been made between the crashes and the ongoing regional hostilities.
Kuwait continues to host US military forces as part of longstanding defence cooperation agreements, and both sides maintain close coordination on security matters. Officials stressed that emergency response mechanisms functioned effectively following the crashes and that there is no immediate threat to public safety stemming from the incidents.
Authorities have once again called on residents to remain calm and to depend only on verified statements from government sources as investigations progress. Further updates are expected once technical assessments are completed and more details become available.
Source : Khaleej Times
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