U.S. naval forces mistakenly shoot down an American F/A-18 jet over the Red Sea; both pilots survived.

U.S. military reports a "friendly fire" incident over the Red Sea where an F/A-18 Hornet fighter jet was mistakenly shot down by the USS Gettysburg. Both pilots ejected safely, with one sustaining minor injuries. The incident occurred during operations against Yemen's Houthi rebels. A full investigation is underway.

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