"The incident was not due to hostile fire or friendly fire," the release said, adding that rescue efforts are ongoing.

The event represents a precursor step toward validating capabilities essential for the B-21's long-range, penetrating strike role.

The U.S. Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps at Lowell High School received new guidance on when cadets should wear their dress uniforms over concerns of anti-military sentiment as a

Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana issued a shelter-in-place order after an early morning security concern.

The claims have circulated through regional media and social media channels, although American officials have not issued any public confirmation of such a strike. Independent verification of the exact weapon used or the precise location of the target is limited.

The bombers landed at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on Monday, following the arrival of other long-range bombers at the base over the weekend, including three B-1 Lancer aircraft.

Donald Trump has appointed Erika Kirk to a new position which was previously held by her late husband, Charlie Kirk. Erika, 37, has been appointed by Trump, 79, to serve on the U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors, according to the board’s website.