US confirms three fighter jets shot down by Kuwait in ‘friendly fire’ incident; crews ok - The Times of Israel
Times of Israel • 3/2/2026
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- 2026-03-02US confirms three fighter jets shot down by Kuwait in ‘friendly fire’ incident; crews ok - The Times of Israel (current)
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