Three US Fighter Jets Shot Down in Apparent Friendly Fire Over Kuwait
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has confirmed that three U.S. Air Force fighter jets were shot down over Kuwait in what appears to be a friendly fire incident during ongoing military operations. In a statement, CENTCOM said the F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft were mistakenly engaged by Kuwaiti air defence systems amid active combat conditions […]
US confirms three jets ‘went down’ over Kuwait ‘due to an apparent friendly fire incident’
Kuwait air defences mistakenly shot down three US F15 fighter jets flying in Iran-related operations, the US Central Command (Centcom) said. All six aircrew ejected safely, have been safely recovered and are in stable condition, it said in a statement which you can read in full here. “During active combat-that included attacks from Iranian aircraft, […]
Saudi Arabia Shuts Ras Tanura Refinery After Drone Strike
Saudi Arabia temporarily shut down its Ras Tanura refinery on Monday after a drone strike hit the facility, according to an industry source, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions. State-owned oil giant Saudi Aramco closed the refinery as a precaution, the source said, adding that the situation is under control. Authorities reported that two […]
Iran War: Kuwait Reports Crash of Several US Military Aircraft
Kuwait’s Ministry of Defence has confirmed that several United States military aircraft crashed within the country on Monday, according to a statement cited by the Kuwait News Agency. The announcement, shared on social media, said all crew members survived the incident. Kuwaiti authorities are assisting with rescue and response operations. The ministry did not disclose […]
Trump Vows Continued Strikes as Iran Conflict Escalates
U.S. President Donald Trump has pledged to continue military operations against Iran until “all objectives are achieved,” warning that more American troops could die as hostilities intensify across the Middle East. In a video posted on his Truth Social account on Sunday, Trump described the campaign as a “righteous mission,” arguing that an Iran armed […]
Spain’s PM Warns Against Escalation After Iran Strikes
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has criticised recent U.S. and Israeli military strikes on Iran, warning that the world risks sliding into a broader and destabilising conflict. In remarks shared by Al Jazeera, Sánchez described the action as an “unprovoked” escalation and said it was carried out without consultation with the wider international community. “We […]
UAE to Cover Costs for 20,000 Stranded Travellers Amid Crisis
The United Arab Emirates has announced it will cover accommodation, meals and rebooking expenses for more than 20,000 travellers stranded due to regional disruptions that have led to temporary airspace closures across parts of the Middle East. The directive was issued by the Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) Abu Dhabi in a notice dated […]
China Condemns Reported Killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader
China has strongly condemned the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, describing it as a serious violation of international norms and state sovereignty. A spokesperson for China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs made the position known on Sunday while responding to questions about military strikes carried out by the United States and Israel in […]
Missile, Drone Attacks Hit UAE Airports, One Dead
At least one person has been killed and 11 others injured following missile and drone attacks linked to Iran that affected major airports in the United Arab Emirates late Saturday, authorities said. Officials confirmed that parts of airport facilities in Abu Dhabi and Dubai were impacted after air defence systems intercepted multiple incoming aerial threats. […]
Israel Says Strike Killed Iran’s Supreme Leader
The Israeli military on Sunday released footage it said shows the moment a strike targeted the residence of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in central Tehran. Israeli authorities stated that the residence was completely destroyed in the attack, which they described as part of a broader wave of airstrikes across the Iranian capital. Earlier […]
