UAE stands in solidarity with Kuwait following jet crash

Wednesday, 9 October 2024 20:24

By ARN News Staff

The UAE has extended its condolences to Kuwait following the crash of a Kuwaiti Air Force jet, which claimed the life of the pilot.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement, expressing deep sympathy to the government, the people of Kuwait, and the family of the fallen pilot.

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Kuwait's defence ministry said on Wednesday that an F-18 jet had crashed and its pilot was killed while carrying out a training exercise in the north of the country.

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